Student Maternal & Child Health Nurse

Careers at Council; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 55 000 - 83 000; Temps partiel

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Scholarship

Paid study leave

Study support program

Health & fitness perks

Employee benefits

Résumé du poste

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a motivated Student Maternal & Child Health Nurse to support families with children aged 0–6 years through health promotion, development monitoring, breastfeeding support and immunisation programs.

This temporary part-time role offers study support, a scholarship, and opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary team, while requiring enrolment in a postgraduate MCH nursing course and AHPRA registration.

Qualifications

• Current enrolment in a postgraduate Maternal & Child Health Nursing course.
• Passion for child development and family wellbeing.
• Understanding of Child Safe Standards and relevant legislation.

Responsabilités

• Monitor child development and support families with children aged 0–6 years.
• Promote health, breastfeeding and immunisation programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to connect families with services.
• Maintain accurate documentation and engage in health promotion activities.
• Respect diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Connaissances

Communication

Documentation

Formation

Postgraduate Maternal & Child Health Nursing course

Description du poste

22h ago , from SEEK Grad Graduate Positions

Join our Community Care Team as a Student Maternal & Child Health Nurse, support Mildura Families with expert care, health promotion and early childhood development in this exciting temporary part-time position.

Position details

• Part Time / Temporary
• Part Time Temporary employment up to completion of the qualification.
• Access to the Study Support Program. This includes up to 10 paid study
• A generous one-off scholarship payment of $1,500 Subject to the successful candidate meeting eligibility criteria, a scholarship will be paid upon evidence of completion of the course.
• Job Number R2801
• Applications close: 4PM Thursday, 12 November 2026

About the Opportunity

Mildura Rural City Council is seeking a motivated and compassionate Student Maternal & Child Health Nurse to contribute to the delivery of high-quality community health services. This role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, supporting families with children aged 0–6 years through health promotion, early intervention, and immunisation programs. You’ll play a vital role in monitoring child development, supporting breastfeeding, and connecting families with essential services—all while gaining hands‑on experience and building your professional capabilities.

What you will bring

The successful applicant will have the following:

• AHPRA registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse and Midwife
• Current enrolment in a postgraduate Maternal & Child Health Nursing course
• Passion for child development and family wellbeing
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Understanding of Child Safe Standards and relevant legislation
• Willingness to obtain International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and Immunisation Provider certification
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Sensitivity to multicultural and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
• A current driver’s licence, police check, and Working with Children Check

Opportunity Inclusions:

• Part Time Temporary employment up to completion of the qualification. Hours may be negotiated. 3 days paid per week working 96 hours over a four-week work cycle. Unpaid placement are also required to meet requirements of University/ANMF.
• Access to the Study Support Program. This includes up to 10 paid study leave days (to cover residential days) and a reimbursement of up to $2,000 per year to assist with course costs.
• A generous one-off scholarship payment of $1,500 Subject to the successful candidate meeting eligibility criteria, a scholarship will be paid upon evidence of completion of the course.

Salary and conditions

• Remuneration will be determined based on relevant qualifications, in accordance with the Nurses (ANMF Victorian Local Government) Award 2015, MRCC Enterprise Agreement and Local Area Work Agreement.

Benefits

As an employee you will have access to benefits such as:

• Access to Flare Employee Benefits for savings on everyday living
• Study Support Program with Paid Study Leave and Financial Contribution to Qualification Fees
• Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
• Bi-Annual Employee Recognition Celebration for Milestones and Achievements
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Employee Assistance Program: Free Counselling for Employees and Immediate Family Members
• Active Social Clubs
• For a full list of councils benefits please visit our website: https://www.mildura.vic.gov.au/Council/Careers/Employee-Benefits

Mildura Rural City Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a culture that values diversity. We encourage applications from individuals of all ages, backgrounds and identities. We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position. All applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will need to provide a Police Check prior to commencing employment. Mildura Rural City Council is a Child Safe organisation and as such, applicants may be required to hold a Working with Children Check. Applicants may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check as per the requirements of the role.

About our organisation

Mildura Rural City Council is a dynamic local government organisation that provides 100+ different services, facilities, programs and infrastructure to a resident base of 56,000+. Our workforce of 600+ employees support our community and help make our region a great place to live, work, play and visit. As an employer of choice and a Gold Award winner in the Business Excellence Awards, we are committed to innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. Learn more about our organisation at mildura.vic.gov.au

About our region

Mildura Rural City covers almost 10 per cent of the state of Victoria and shares borders with both New South Wales and South Australia. The region is home to Mildura - a vibrant city of 35,000+ people - and a range of smaller townships and rural communities spread across 22,000 square kilometres. Only a short flight from two capital cities, Mildura boasts quality services, exciting attractions, diverse industries and a strong community spirit. There are fantastic professional, cultural, social, sporting and educational opportunities on offer. Learn more about our region at visitmildura.com.au

Applying for this position

• A completed Job Application Form
• A resume
• A covering letter