AHP / EN / RN (Maternal & Child Health)
Core
Provide culturally secure care, health education, advocacy, and care coordination to Aboriginal children and families in the Perth metropolitan area.
Role type
Maternal and Child Health Practitioner (AHP/EN/RN)
Builds
Preventative health services and community engagement for Aboriginal families
Domain
Healthcare / Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Culturally secure care delivery, Health education, Care coordination, Health screening, Immunisation administration, Case management, Clinical documentation
Preferred skills
Maternal/child health experience, Communicare/AIR/Medicare systems proficiency, Immunisation qualifications
Responsibilities
Provide culturally safe care and support to Aboriginal children and families, Coordinate appointments and assist families to navigate healthcare services, Support maternal and child health programs and follow-up activities, Undertake health screening activities including observations and vital signs, Assist with immunisation programs and recalls, Deliver health education and promote healthy lifestyles, Advocate for clients and support access to hospital and community-based services, Build strong relationships with families, community organisations and healthcare providers, Contribute to case management and multidisciplinary care planning, Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation