Mallee District Aboriginal Services – Swan Hill VIC

Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) is a proud Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) committed to healing, supporting, serving and protecting Aboriginal communities across the Mallee region. Guided by our Elders and grounded by Our Lore, MDAS exists to strengthen the resilience, independence and wellbeing of our Mob.

We walk alongside individuals and families through every stage of life – caring, empowering, educating and advocating so people can be their very best selves. Our programs span across health, wellbeing, family services, community support and culture. With deep community roots and strong regional presence, MDAS is moving confidently towards becoming a sector leading ACCHO known for its cultural authority and practical life-changing outcomes. Mallee District Aboriginal Services (MDAS) is northwest Victoria's leading service provider for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. More than half of our staff is of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, and we're committed to providing a resilient workforce with high Aboriginal representation and demonstrated cultural competency for non-Aboriginal employees.

At MDAS, culture guides action and community voice shapes our future.

Role Overview

The Practice Nurse (Parental Leave Backfill) provides primary health care services to MDAS clients in both clinic and community settings, delivering culturally safe, high-quality care in accordance with professional nursing standards. Working collaboratively with GPs, Aboriginal Health Workers, Allied Health Professionals, and other health service providers,



the role supports coordinated healthcare delivery, contributes to the clinical development of Aboriginal Health Workers, and promotes positive health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The Practice Nurse demonstrates respect for cultural and gender sensitivities, maintains strict client confidentiality, and ensures all clients are treated with dignity, respect, and professionalism. This is a fixed-term position providing parental leave cover.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver safe, evidence-based nursing care within Registered Nurse scope, including pathology collection, ECGs, immunisations, wound care and spirometry testing.

Provide clinical services across MDAS approved service centres, including triage, health assessments, chronic disease screening, referrals and preventative care.

Plan, coordinate and advocate for client care in collaboration with the Clinical Health Coordinator, GPs, Aboriginal Health Workers and other service providers.

Deliver client education and community health promotion activities that support prevention, self-management and improved health outcomes.

Maintain accurate electronic medical records, recalls, reminders, Medicare claims, reporting requirements, and quality and safety standards, including infection control, cold chain, clinical supplies,



equipment monitoring and medication management.

Support continuous improvement by mentoring Aboriginal Health Workers, participating in data collection, service evaluation, audits and training, reporting service gaps, and upholding MDAS values, cultural respect, risk and occupational health and safety requirements.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Current Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and professional indemnity insurance, supported by previous Primary Health Care experience and a strong commitment to inclusive service delivery.

Extensive experience providing comprehensive primary health care, nursing care, case management, and holistic client-centred services in line with best practice standards.

Robust ability to mentor, educate, orientate, and support clinical and non-clinical staff while demonstrating professional leadership and role modelling.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, external agencies, and key stakeholders.

Committed to delivering culturally safe, ethical, and person‑centred care that respects individual choice, diversity, and the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

Sound knowledge of Medicare billing, health promotion, workplace health and safety, equal opportunity principles, and Indigenous health and cultural issues.

Other Requirements

- Current Working with Children Check

MDAS strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and is committed to fostering a cultural safe and inclusive workplace.

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📌 Practice Nurse (Swan Hill)
🏢 Mallee District Aboriginal Services
📍 Swan Hill