Ready for a change? Enjoy a structured 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off roster, an attractive salary package and the opportunity to make a real difference in remote Aboriginal healthcare.
This is a unique opportunity to deliver meaningful, culturally safe healthcare while enjoying an exceptional salary package, generous allowances and an enviable lifestyle.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing high-quality primary healthcare, including assessment, treatment and ongoing management of patients.
- Delivering health promotion, education and preventative healthcare initiatives.
- Coordinating designated health programs, including Chronic Disease Management and Maternal and Child Health.
- Taking a holistic approach to patient care, supporting individuals to understand their health conditions, treatment options and prevention strategies.
- Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and integrated patient care.
- Participating in an on-call roster to support a 24/7 emergency response service.
- Travelling throughout the region as required, including by 4WD and light aircraft.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Demonstrated post-graduate experience in comprehensive primary healthcare, including emergency care.
- Strong clinical assessment skills and experience across a broad range of practical nursing procedures.
- A sound understanding of rural and remote healthcare delivery and relevant nursing legislation.
- A strong commitment to cultural safety and the principles of Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
- A collaborative approach and the ability to work autonomously in a remote healthcare environment.
- A current manual driver’s licence and confidence travelling by 4WD.
Previous experience working in remote communities or with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities will be highly regarded.
This opportunity offers an outstanding remuneration package and lifestyle benefits, including:
- Base salary of $129,898 + superannuation.
- 25% on-call loading on base salary.
- $2,000 isolation airfare allowance to assist with travel costs.
- 6 weeks on / 3 weeks off roster, providing excellent work-life balance and extended time away from work.
- Free accommodation provided while working in the community.
- Paid airfares and travel support.
- $10,000 retention bonus after two years of continuous service, with further payments every 12 months thereafter.
Who are we?
SustainHealth Recruitment partners with healthcare professionals across Australia, connecting experienced nurses with rewarding opportunities in metropolitan, rural and remote communities.
We provide personalised, ongoing support throughout your recruitment journey, from finding the right opportunity and organising your placement through to supporting you while you’re on contract.
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Contact: Ciara – 0415 145 035 Email: Ciara@sustainhr.com.au
