Home » Nursing » Remote Area Nurses

Posted: 6 February 2026

Remote Area Nurses

NT Island Communities

About the position

🌟 Remote Area Nurses (RANs) Needed – NT Island Communities! 🌟

Short‑Term & Ongoing Contracts | February through May

💰 Sign-on bonus: Start your contract this month and receive up to $1,000 (T&Cs apply)!

Are you ready to take your remote nursing career somewhere truly special? Medacs Healthcare is seeking passionate and experienced Remote Area Nurses to support Aboriginal Medical Services across the NT, including opportunities in beautiful, culturally rich island communities. These roles offer fulfilling work, strong support, and the chance to contribute to health outcomes where your impact is genuinely felt.

📅 Flexible Contract Dates – Feb to May

We have multiple AMS contracts available from February through to May, with:

  • Short-term contracts available
  • Ongoing / repeat contracts for nurses wanting continuity or extended remote work

Choose the dates that best suit your lifestyle and commitments.

💥 Why Join Us?

  • 💼 Competitive Pay: Excellent agency rates $$
  • 📦 Salary Packaging: Boost your take-home pay
  • ✈️ Travel & Accommodation Provided*
  • 🤝 Strong Support: Work with a team who understands remote nursing
  • 🌊 Island & Coastal Experiences: Immerse yourself in NT culture, community life and stunning remote landscapes

✅ What You’ll Need

  • Current, unrestricted AHPRA registration
  • Minimum 5 years’ RN experience in Australia
  • Remote emergency care skills & confidence working on‑call
  • Manual driver’s licence (4WD highly desirable)
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Current or progressing towards:

  • PALS
  • Remote Emergency Care (REC) or TNCC
  • Maternity Emergency Care (MEC)
  • Immuniser Provider certification
  • Pharmacotherapeutics

Highly Desirable:

  • Postgraduate qualifications
  • Previous AMS, RAN or remote primary healthcare experience

🎁 Bring a Friend

Refer a friend and earn up to $1000 through our referral program (T&Cs apply).

🚀 Ready to Take the Next Step?

Apply now by sending a CV or contact Delta Stinton for a friendly, confidential chat:
📧 delta.stinton@medacs.com
📞 0423 362 433

What we’re offering

What you’ll need