At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct vision screenings for preschool-aged children in early childhood settings.
- Company: Join the Northern Sydney Local Health District, a passionate and inclusive health service.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Diverse workplace with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while working in a rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Must be a registered Enrolled Nurse with experience in child care.
The predicted salary is between 41.11 - 41.11 $ per hour.
An exciting opportunity exists to join the Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) Statewide Eyesight Preschool Screening (StEPS) Program. We are seeking to recruit suitably qualified and experienced part time Enrolled Nurses (EN) with experience working with children and families to work 6-hour shifts Monday to Friday.
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Enrolled Nurse
Remuneration: $37.83 - $41.11 per hour
Hours Per Week: 12
Who we are: We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst creating the best services possible. Our teams have meaningful, interesting and rewarding work every day. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives. NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensuring that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.
Where you'll be working: The StEPS service operates from St Leonards and Seaforth.
What You’ll Be Doing: This position involves working independently within a community-based service, visiting early childhood education settings (including preschools and childcare centres) across NSLHD to deliver vision screening to preschool-aged children. The role requires the ability to meet the job demands of the position, including the capacity to work at low levels to conduct screening activities. A driver's license and willingness to drive is essential. People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria:
- Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with patients/consumers, carers and the multidisciplinary health care team as well as having sound computer literacy including the use of health related systems such as the electronic medical record (eMR) system.
- Demonstrated recent experience as an EN with working with children and families, an understanding of child development and early intervention.
- Demonstrated ability to provide safe compassionate quality care, that is culturally responsive whilst meeting deadlines in an environment of minimal supervision and rapid change.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy. You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have. NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
Applications Close: 1 November 2026
Enrolled Nurse Preschool Screening in Sydney employer: Northern Sydney Local Health District
Northern Sydney Local Health District is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative work culture that values both teamwork and independent contributions. Employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on health IT services in a vibrant community setting at Royal North Shore. With a focus on innovation and excellence, this role provides a rewarding environment for those looking to advance their careers in network services.
Contact Details:
Northern Sydney Local Health District Recruitment Team
