We are seeking a Cancer Program Nurse to support the Cancer Program in Maningrida and surrounding homelands/outstations, through the Manayingkarirra Primary Health Care Centre. This is a unique position funded by NACCHO.
The Cancer Program Nurse will work collaboratively with individuals and families currently and historically impacted by a cancer diagnosis both in the local systems and when in Darwin attending appointments and treatment. They will endeavour to increase the uptake in cancer screening by Maningrida community residents through focus groups, resource development and outreach activities. This unique position will open the on the ground conversation with younger cohorts hoping to encourage early screening and detection. We hope to improve the uptake in cancer treatments and completion of treatments for those with a current diagnosis.
The position will be Darwin based, with a fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) schedule to Maningrida. Accommodation in Maningrida and flights between Darwin and Maningrida will be subsidised. The FIFO schedule will be 2-3 weeks per month in Maningrida, while other working schedules may need to be negotiated with additional time in community for certain events and if increased client contact is required. The contract will be for a period of 12 months with likelihood of renewal for an additional 12 months subject to funding.
Key Responsibilities
- Work in the Cancer Program and in partnership with the multi-disciplinary team to provide high quality cancer screening, treatment, and prevention services.
- Provide a culturally safe, competent and comprehensive care
- Develop and maintain a strong referral pathway
- Work with the broader team including external agencies
The successful applicant will have access to a range of benefits, including:
- Excellent salary N4 level + Superannuation
- Ability to salary package up to $15,900 per annum, plus a further $2,650 per annum on Meals and Entertainment
- 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading
- 2 weeks complimentary Christmas closedown leave
- Retention Allowance (pro-rata) for every 12-months of continuous service
- Other Nursing Allowances including Short Course Allowance, Post Graduate Qualification Allowance and Professional Development Allowance
- Access to on-site education
- Work with a committed and passionate team
About Mala’la
Mala’la Health Service is a respected and accredited Aboriginal Corporation providing services to the seaside community of Maningrida (520 km east of Darwin), with a population of approximately 3,500 people. These services include Primary Health Care, Aged & Community Care, Family & Community Wellness, Drugs & Alcohol Services. Mala’la Health Service provides Primary Health Care services to Maningrida and surrounding homelands under a Community Control model.
Essential Requirements
The role will see you working in a remote Aboriginal Community. All applicants must have an understanding of, and commitment to Aboriginal Community Control, self-determination, and the issues faced by Aboriginal people living in remote settings.
To apply, please ensure that you have the following:
- Current AHPRA Registration and Practicing Certificate as a Registered Nurse
- Current Advanced Life Support & Basic Life Support Certificates
- Medicines Management module (within the last 12 months)
- About Giving Vaccines (or equivalent)
- Min 5 years broad nursing experience post registration
- Experience working in a culturally diverse setting, ideally with experience working in a remote context
- Proven high level of clinical assessment and problem-solving skills, interpersonal communication and conflict resolution
- Knowledge and commitment to the principles of primary health care and understanding of how the social determinants effect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations
- Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with staff and members of the general public and clients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
- Manual Driver’s License
- Satisfactory Criminal History Check
- Current NT Working with Children Clearance OCHRE card or the ability to obtain one
For more detailed Selection Criteria, please click here to view the full Position Description.
Vaccination & Immunity Screening
Mala’la Health Service is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for all staff and clients of our Health Care Centre. In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Guidelines, National Safety and Quality Health Care Service Standards, and other local policies, guidelines and procedures; we mandate that all staff abide by our Worker Immunisation Against Specific VPD Policy, which will be supplied to all successful candidates.
For more information regarding the Vaccination & Immunity Screening requirements, please contact: hr@malala.com.au
Applicants may be required to disclose any pre-existing illness or injury which may impact on their ability to perform the role. Details are available in section 571 of the Workers’ Compensation and Rehabilitation Act 2003
How to apply?
For more information and to apply, please contact Lesley Woolf, Executive Health Manager. Applications to be forwarded to Lesley.Woolf@malala.com.au
Position is open until filled.
