Job Description

Join a progressive organisation delivering community-led programs with the Northern Territory's largest Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service.

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Full-time Continuous Contract

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37.5 hours per week

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$127,803 - 141,843 per annum

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Total Effective Package*

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$157,132 - $173,140

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About the role

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As a Remote Area Nurse you will assess patient needs, administer treatments such as wound care, and promote health initiatives. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary healthcare teams to ensure secure practices and contribute to quality improvement efforts. Embrace a pivotal role where your expertise enhances comprehensive patient care and professional development.

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Why Central Australian Aboriginal Congress?

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Congress is the largest Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory and are one of the most experienced Aboriginal primary health care services in the country.

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Congress provides a comprehensive, holistic and culturally responsive primary health care service to Aboriginal people living in and nearby Alice Springs, including eight remote communities, it is a strong political advocate of closing the gap on Aboriginal health disadvantage and a national leader in improving health outcomes for all Aboriginal people.

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Central Australian Aboriginal Congress not only offers rewarding career options, but a wide range of employee benefits including;

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- Six (6) weeks' annual leave& 15 days paid personal leave per year
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- Competitive salaries, weekly pays
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- Generous salary packaging
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- A strong commitment to Professional Development
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- Access to the Congress health services for you and your immediate family at no cost
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- District allowance
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- Relocation assistance (where applicable)
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Who are we looking for?

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We're looking for RANs who can build strong, trusting relationships with both patients and the community. To be eligible you must have:

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- Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse
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- Demonstrated clinical experience in a primary care or similar setting
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- An understanding of the issues affecting the health and well-being of Aboriginal people in Central Australia including the social determinants of health
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- Commitment to integrating Aboriginal values in practice
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- Willingness, ability and appropriate levels of health and fitness to travel to, live and work in remote locations
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- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and bring exceptional clinical skills, a proactive adaptable attitude, and a genuine respect for diverse patient backgrounds
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- Hold a current Manual NT license and ability or willingness to learn to safely drive a large 4WD vehicle
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*Total Effective Packageincludes base salary, district allowance, superannuation, leave loading, and estimated tax saving from salary packaging options

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Got you interested?

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For more information on the position please contact our Yulara Clinic Manager

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Daniella Marlow on 08 8905 9400or [email protected]

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Being a culturally responsive organisation, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants that meet all essential criteria will be given priority consideration.

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Applications close when a suitable applicant is found

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📌 Remote Area Nurse - Yulara
🏢 Central Australian Aboriginal Congress
📍 Yulara