[Hiring] Permanent Remote Area Nurse @Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation

Role Description

Are you a compassionate and experienced Remote Area Nurse seeking a truly rewarding career opportunity? Step into a role that goes beyond healthcare and embraces holistic, community-centered care with Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation. We are actively recruiting Remote Area Nurses with expertise in Acute Care & Chronic Disease to join our dedicated, multi-disciplinary teams.

As a Remote Area Nurse, you will deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to remote communities across the stunning landscapes of East Arnhem Land. Your role will go beyond clinical practice, making a meaningful impact through:

• Health Education & Prevention: Lead programs focused on Chronic Disease, Child Health, and Rheumatic Heart Disease, promoting long-term community wellness.
• Community Advocacy: Support vaccination programs and health initiatives that improve overall outcomes for the region.
• Empowerment & Leadership: Mentor and guide Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHPs) and students, fostering the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Current Registration and Practicing Certificate as Registered Nurse through AHPRA.
• Current Remote Emergency Care Course certificate and/or Advanced Life Support certificate.
• Current accredited immunisation certificate (recognised in the NT).
• Remote Pharmacotherapeutic Certificate (or equivalent).
• Manual driver’s license.
• 3 – 5 years post-graduate experience with advanced clinical skills and competencies applicable to remote settings.

Requirements

• Understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal Community Control and self-determination.
• Ability to triage, work independently, and participate in afterhours emergency calls and First Response.
• Willingness to travel in small charter planes.
• Ability to drive a 4WD is favorable.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Earn between $131,995 to $141,804 per annum.
• Secure Future: Benefit from 12% superannuation contributions.
• Housing & Utilities: Enjoy a comprehensive housing and utility package for your comfort.
• Relocation & Repatriation: Up to $10,400 Assistance to make your transition seamless.
• Salary Packaging: Maximize your take-home pay with up to $15,900 per annum plus an additional $2,650 on Meals & Entertainment.
• Generous Leave:
  • 6 weeks of annual leave with 17.5% leave loading.
  • Fares Out Leave to recharge and reconnect.
  • 12 days personal leave and 5 days compassionate leave.
  • Annual Travel Assistance: Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance of up to $2,179.89 gross per annum.
• Professional Growth:
  • Access study leave and up to $1,800 in study assistance.
  • Receive a Post-Graduate Allowance of 2% of your annual salary.
  • Grow with tailored professional development programs.
• Retention Bonus: Full-time employees may qualify for a $10,000 Retention Bonus (subject to eligibility).
• Successful candidates may be eligible for the NT Thrive Relocation Grant – financial support of up to $10,000.