Employment Type : Permanent Part Time Position Classification : Registered Nurse Location : Penrith Community Health Centre Remuneration : $37.48 - $52.62 per hour Hours Per Week : 16 Requisition ID : REQ662181 Applications Close : 24/05/2026 With CORE Values of C ollaboration, O penness, R espect and E mpowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role. About Us Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions. The Primary Care and Community Health Unit consists of 9 centres that provide a range of services for children, young people and their families, adults, older people and their carers. Our services range from health promotion, prevention and early detection through to assessment, treatment and continuing care. Our staff work in partnership with schools, GPs, hospitals, non-government agencies and other organisations to provide care across our centres, in people’s homes, other community venues as well as virtual care (telehealth). An exciting opportunity exists for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Community Health team within Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District on a part-time permanent basis. Nurse Audiometry services are provided across Community Health Centres throughout the district, supporting improved hearing outcomes for children and families. In this role, you will be responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and client-centred clinical audiometry services, with a primary focus on children aged 3–12 years residing within NBMLHD. As the Registered Nurse, you will provide comprehensive hearing assessment services across a range of community settings. Your work will involve obtaining detailed health histories from clients and families, undertaking otoscopy, performing tympanometry and acoustic reflex testing, and conducting pure tone audiometry including both air and bone conduction assessments. You will apply masking when clinically indicated and undertake free field testing where required. A key component of the role involves accurately interpreting assessment findings, developing appropriate management plans, and facilitating referrals to relevant services to support optimal client outcomes. You will work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and engage closely with children, families, and carers to ensure care is responsive and appropriate to individual needs. If you're driven to support those who need it most, this is your chance to step into a role that truly matters. Apply Now! Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging Novated Leasing Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Fitness Passport NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply. NBMLHD is committed to implementing the child safe standards. For more information, please click here Child Safe Standards For assistance with applying through the NSW Health Career Portal please click here . What you will bring to the role Current registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA) with demonstrated experience and clinical skill in audiometry nursing as a Registered Nurse, including completion of a new graduate Registered Nurse program or equivalent experience working as a Registered Nurse. Demonstrated skills and experience working in the provision of comprehensive hearing health assessments and services to clients, their families and carers, with a focus on, but not limited to, children aged 3 – 12 years of age. Demonstrated capacity to provide effective nursing care that is person centred, family inclusive and culturally sensitive to people accessing health services, and an ability to liaise with other health professionals to facilitate case management and care planning. Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work and an ability to effectively work both within a team and autonomously. Demonstrated effective communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice and an awareness of changes within the health care environment. Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to utilise information technology systems within a variety of applications (e.g. Cerner) and commitment to undertake training in electronic health record systems as required. Current valid NSW State driver's licence (including P1 or above) and willingness to use for work purposes. This may include driving long distances across the LHD. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa. Need more information? 1) Click here for the Position Description 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Florentine Cotter on Florentine.Cotter@health.nsw.gov.au
