Maternal Child Health Nurse (Traralgon)

Latrobe Regional Health is a leading provider of health care services across the Gippsland Region. Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) is looking for a Maternal Child Health Nurse to join our growing team on a part‑time basis. About the Role Our 5-bed, 5–6 cot residential unit provides family‑focused inpatient care for parents and infants up to 12 months of age across the Gippsland region. The MBU operates within a strong therapeutic framework informed by the Solihull Approach, attachment theory and mentalisation‑based practice, with a clear focus on strengthening parent–infant relationships. The Maternal Child Health Nurse provides evidence‑based, strength‑based clinical leadership with a dedicated infant focus. This role promotes optimal infant growth, development and wellbeing while supporting parents experiencing perinatal mental health challenges. Key Responsibilities Infant Assessment & Monitoring
- Conduct comprehensive developmental and physical assessments of infants admitted to the MBU.
- Monitor infant growth, health status and developmental milestones.
- Identify early developmental concerns and facilitate appropriate referrals. Parenting Support & Education
- Provide education on infant development, sleep, feeding and nurturing practices.
- Support infant feeding in accordance with the mother’s informed choice.
- Apply attachment theory and infant mental health principles in clinical practice.
- Facilitate or contribute to therapeutic group programs.
- Assess infant wellbeing within the context of parental mental health.
- Identify and respond to emerging safety or developmental concerns.
- Assist in psychiatric or medical emergencies as required. Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Participate in reviews, care planning and discharge planning.
- Provide education to colleagues regarding infant development.
- Contribute to service development, policy improvement and quality initiatives.
- Build and maintain partnerships with community and private health services. Professional & Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate, timely and objective documentation.
- Comply with NSQHS standards, LRH policies and relevant legislation.
- Participate in mandatory training, performance appraisal and continuous professional development. About you
- Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
- Maternal and Child Health qualification.
- Perinatal and Infant Mental Health qualification, or working towards.
- Minimum three years’ clinical experience as a Maternal Child Health Nurse.
- Demonstrated experience working with parents and infants in the perinatal period.
- Solid theoretical and practical knowledge of infant development (0–4 years).
- Current Working with Children Check and Police Check.
- Highly developed communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Experience in quality improvement initiatives.
- Membership of a relevant professional body.
- Advanced computer literacy. Benefits
- Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
- Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
- Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
- A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
- Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing.
- Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services. Diversity and inclusion We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants. Pre-employment Requirements Before commencement, the successful applicant will provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies. Latrobe Regional Health acknowledges the Gunaikurnai and Bunurong peoples as the traditional custodians of the land on which our health services are located. Our commitment to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples is supported by our recognition and respect for their connection to their ancestral lands. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rwj7x