Nurse Level 5 – Remuneration Package Range $160,244 – $166,898 (including salary $136,235 – $143,391)
Clinical Governance – Primary Health Care Central Australia
Alice Springs
One full time vacancy is available, either ongoing or fixed for 2 years
Apply your Nursing/Midwifery experience and knowledge of education programs to support the professional development of Child and Family Health Nurses.
The Department of Health manages the Northern Territory public health system, operating as one system across 5 regions, providing the full spectrum of essential, quality health services, from health promotion to prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and palliative care across the life course.
As the Nurse Education Coordinator, you provide sound professional advice critical in dealing with significant issues related to assessment, planning, review, evaluation, and coordination of educational programs. This involves collaborating in the development and implementation of education programs and delivering excellence in nursing/midwifery care by modelling advanced knowledge, skills and behaviours.
To be successful, you will be an accomplished Nurse with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, have completed a Graduate Diploma or beyond entry to practice certificate and have demonstrated experience and experience of adult learning principles and education theory.
In addition, you require, effective communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to manage conflict and promote cooperation and well-developed appreciation of the social and cultural issues and sensitivities relating to providing health care in rural communities is essential. As the role services remote communities, you will be required to travel by 4WD or light aircraft on a regular basis and stay in community for a number of days.
In return, you will enjoy the benefits of a competitive remuneration with salary packaging options, 12% Superannuation, up to 7 weeks recreational and 3 weeks personal leave, and an opportunity to further your professional development in NT Health. Generous allowances and support with relocation will be provided.
If you reside interstate, this a great time to consider the experienced Central Australia has to offer.
Alice Springs (or Mparntwe in Arrernte language) is the third-largest town in the Northern Territory, with a population of approximately 33,000 people. The Region has deep spiritual origins dating back more than 30,000 years, and an abundance of rich culture and history. The town is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, including the MacDonnell Ranges and the Red Centre Desert. About 450kms down the road is Uluru, a large sandstone rock formation that is a spectacular sight any time of the year.
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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Mark Russell on 08 8951 7809 or Mark.Russell@nt.gov.au
Quote vacancy number: 42607
Closing date: 19/02/2026
Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.
For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
