Student Maternal and Child Health Nurse

THE ROLE

The Victorian Maternal and Child Health Nurse Student (VMCHNS) will provide elements of the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service to families with infants aged 0-6 weeks. 

The VMCHNS will work within a limited scope of practice described in the Maternal and Child Health COVID-19 response VMCHNS employment model, May 2022.

The position will support families with an emphasis on health promotion, prevention, developmental assessment, early detection and referrals.

The VMCHNS will work/operate within a multi disciplinary team and will support families to be confident in decision making in relation to their infant.

The position will contribute to the success of the MCH Service through supporting service delivery within scope of practice.

ABOUT US

Moira Shire Council is an innovative and progressive local government organisation committed to serving the needs of communities across a large regional shire located on the Murray River almost 3 hours north of Melbourne. Extending from the iconic Barmah Forest along the Murray River our region includes four major towns - Cobram, Numurkah, Nathalia and Yarrawonga, one of Victoria’s most popular holiday destinations.
The area’s warm Mediterranean climate, appealing natural environment and location means Moira is home to agricultural, horticultural, viticultural and tourism operations. Such attractions include wineries, historic homesteads, galleries, craft shops, licensed clubs, water sports, fishing, beaches, forests, lakes, rivers and wetlands.

We pride ourselves on our friendly environment and offer:

• A family friendly workplace that live by our values of Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Honesty and Teamwork
• The opportunity for flexible work arrangements
• Attractive salary and the ability to salary package
• Onsite physiotherapist and a health and wellbeing consultant
• Career progression and professional development
• Discounted corporate gym membership

The successful applicant will be required to complete a pre-employment functional assessment, psychometric assessment and National Police History Check prior to commencement.

To view more information, and other positions that we are currently recruiting for, please click here.

For more information please contact Sandra Mogg - Team Leader Maternal and Child Health on 03 5871 9222 or email our Moira Careers Team on careers@moira.vic.gov.au

An opportunity to join the Moira team and develop your career with an innovative leader committed to delivering excellent services.
Moira promotes a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value the contributions of all people and encourages people with a disability, Aboriginal Australians, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Moira Shire Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering flexible work arrangements for employees in a family-friendly work place

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Advertised: 07 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 21 Aug 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time