Employment Type : Full-TimePosition Classification : Nurse Home Visitor - Identified RoleLocation:
Mount DruittHours Per Week:
38 Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits.
Opportunities for learning and development and internal career progression.
Above award pay rates.
About the position
The Australian Nurse-Family Partnership Program (ANFPP) is an evidence-based program for women pregnant with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander baby.
The Nurse Home Visitor (NHV) works to deliver culturally safe, responsive and respectful home visits to women pregnant with an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander baby and their families in Mount Druitt, Penrith, Blacktown area if it is the position based in Mount Druitt.
For the position based in Mt Druitt, clients come from the Blacktown LGA.
The Nurse Home Visitor reports directly to the Team Leader or Nurse Supervisor of the ANFPP.
Minimum Requirements:
Registered or eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse and/or Midwife with the AHPRA.
Knowledge and understanding of the issues that impact on Aboriginal people and Aboriginal communities.
An understanding of the principles of primary health care and strengths-based models of care.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills including intermediate computer skills and ability to use Patient Information Systems and Microsoft Windows-based programs.
Ability to work autonomously, and within a team, demonstrating efficient time management skills.
Willingness to collaborate with Aboriginal Family Partnership Workers, Aboriginal Health Workers and other Aboriginal staff, to build and maintain therapeutic relationships with clients and their families.
Working with Children and Criminal Record check clearances and current NSW Drivers License.
Application Process: Send applications, cover letter and addressed selection criteria to:
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Note:
WACHS considers being a female as a genuine occupational qualification for the Nurse Home Visitor position and this qualification is authorised under s. 31 of the Anti—Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a Home Care Nurse?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?
Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?
Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
How many years' experience do you have as a nurse?
Are you currently registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
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