Logo for Maternal and Child Health Nurse

Maternal and Child Health Nurse

Frankston City Council
Frankston, VIC
A$115,445.28 p/a (pro rata) p/a + super
Healthcare & Medical → Nursing - Community, Maternal & Child Health
Part-time
On-site

Posted 17 days ago


Frankston City Council is located on the eastern shores of Port Phillip Bay where the beach meets with the natural landscapes of the Mornington Peninsula. We are a diverse community that provides a vibrant lifestyle along with a growing economic and arts sector.

Our leadership team is committed to building an engaged and collaborative culture where innovation and being future focused are the norm. If you want to help shape the future of Frankston, now is the time to join our team!

About the position

Councils Family Health Support Services Department is looking for Maternal and Child Health Nurses who will be responsible for delivering the Victorian Maternal and Child Health Service to our families within the municipality.

The main responsibilities will include:

  • Actively participate and contribute to a responsive, holistic and flexible Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Service which optimises the health and well-being, learning, development and safety outcomes for children from birth to 6 years of age and their families within Frankston City Council, using a strength-based, family-centred approach.
  • Deliver a high-quality service that meets State and Local government objectives and targets and works within professional standards and guidelines of practice to improve the outcomes of all children.

This is a temporary part-time contract, working 22.8 hours per week/0.6 EFT concluding 27/07/2025. You will be working 7.6 hours per day.

About you

  • Hold an accredited post-graduate tertiary qualification leading to Maternal and Child Health Nursing
  • Current Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registrations with both Registered Nurse (Division 1), General and Registered Midwife
  • Experience in a Microsoft Office Applications and Child Development Information System (CDIS)
  • Completed all mandatory professional development as directed by the Department of Health for MCH services, such as Cultural Competence, Sleep & Settling Model of Care, MARAM and Information Sharing, MERTIL and MOSAIC.

Benefits of working at Frankston City Council

Be part of a workplace that is looking to transform the way that we work and build on our values “Kinder, Fairer, Smarter”. As an employee, you will have access to benefits such as:

  • Access to professional and career development opportunities
  • Employee assistance program
  • Salary sacrifice gym membership at Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre.

This position is a Band MCHN 1-4 currently remunerated between $115,445.28 (pro-rata) to $123,149.70 (pro-rata) annually, plus superannuation. Please note, rate of pay will be determined by years of experience.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or have any questions, please contact (Maria McKinnon) on 0448 056676 or ( maria.mckinnon@frankston.vic.gov.au address).

Culture at Frankston City Council

Frankston City Council respectfully acknowledges the traditional owners, the Bunurong people, as the custodians of the land on which we live and work and their Elders past and present.

Council is committed to building a culture that values diversity and promotes a workplace that welcomes and includes the unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. As well as applicants who identify as being Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, are culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+ or who have a disability to apply.

Council has zero tolerance for child abuse. Protecting children and preventing child abuse is embedded in the everyday thinking and practice of all Councilors, employees, contractors and volunteers.

We encourage you to talk to us about any adjustments or additional support you may require during the recruitment process, as well as how this role can be flexible for you.

Pre-Employment Information

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in Australia, certified copies of your qualifications, a current Driver License and Working with Children Check. You must also be willing to provide a Pre-Employment Health Declaration and undertake a National Police Record Check.


About Frankston City Council

Frankston, VIC, Australia
Administration & Office Support

The population of Frankston City is approximately 135,000. Frankston City includes the suburbs of Carrum Downs, Frankston, Frankston North, Frankston South, Langwarrin, Langwarrin South, Sandhurst, Seaford and Skye.

Frankston City is a predominantly residential area, with some rural residential, industrial, commercial and rural areas. The City encompasses a total land area of 131 square kilometres. Central Frankston functions as the major regional retail and commercial centre, servicing outer southern Melbourne and the Mornington Peninsula.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website

More Jobs

Registered Nurse - HYDC, Holtze

Danila Dilba Health Service

Darwin, NT
A$115,413 p/a
Casual
On-site

Child and Family Health Perinatal Mental Health CNS2

Western Sydney Local Health District

Merrylands, NSW
A$113,243.15-$116,963.48 p/a
Full-time
On-site

Nurse Practitioner

Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Services

Broome, WA
A$114,500-$117,000 p/a
Full-time
On-site

Wellbeing and Health In-Reach Nurse Coordinator

Far West NSW Local Health District

Broken Hill, NSW
A$113,243-$116,963 p/a
Full-time
On-site

Wellbeing Nurse - West Wyalong and Lake Cargelligo

Murrumbidgee Local Health District

West Wyalong, NSW
A$113,243.15-$116,963.48 p/a
Part-time
On-site

Eye Health Nurse Co-ordinator - Ophthalmology

Far West NSW Local Health District

Broken Hill, NSW
A$113,243-$116,963 p/a
Full-time
On-site

Browse Jobs

by State

by Classification