Remote Area Nurse (RAN)

Location: Yalata Community, South Australia

Total potential earnings: $152,000–$160,000 (Salary + Allowances + Remote Travel Allowance) plus additional benefits detailed below:

- Competitive Salary : Annual salary ranging from $145,000 to $152,500, including various allowances and additional work/on-call allowances.
- Additional Work/On-call Allowance : This allowance makes up $30,000 of your salary in compensation for after-hours on-call and call-out duties.
- Remote Travel Allowance : Receive $7,500 per year, paid over fortnightly instalments.
- Save on tax with Salary Sacrificing : The option to Salary sacrifice of up to approximately $16,000 per year.
- Accommodation : You will be provided with fully furnished staff accommodation, and we subsidise the utility fees, resulting in a comfortable and cost‑effective living arrangement (a nominal $30 per bedroom per fortnight).
- Program Leave : Unique 6‑week continuous service cycle with 2 weeks paid leave. (in addition to other leave entitlements)
- Paternity Leave : 8 weeks paid Paternity Leave, accessible upon completion of 1 year of service.
- Loaded Annual Leave : Enjoy 4 weeks of annual leave each year, with leave loading included.
- Contract Flexibility : Enjoy the security of a 1 or 2‑year fixed‑term contract with the potential for extensions.
- Relocation Assistance : One‑time $1,500 relocation support, with 50% payable upfront and the remainder reimbursed upon receipt submission.
- Superannuation : Standard superannuation contributions.
- Non‑smoker Incentive : An additional 1% superannuation employer contribution for non‑smokers (conditions apply).

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Remote Area Nurse (RAN) to join our healthcare team. As a RAN,



you will play a vital role in providing essential healthcare services to individuals residing in Yalata Community and surrounding areas where access to medical care is limited. This is a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact in underserved communities.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to individuals in Yalata, including health assessments, vaccinations, wound care, and chronic disease management.
- Be prepared to respond to medical emergencies, including trauma and life‑threatening situations, and administer immediate care until evacuation or further treatment is possible.
- Educate community members on health promotion, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle choices, helping them take control of their well‑being.
- Work closely with a small team of healthcare providers, collaborating with other professionals and community members to assess patient needs, plan and deliver care, and monitor patient progress.
- Administer medications and ensure proper storage and management of pharmaceuticals in accordance with established protocols.
- Undertake cold chain procedures to ensure the proper storage and transport of temperature‑sensitive medications and vaccines, maintaining their efficacy.
- Assist in maintaining infection control procedures and hygiene standards, safeguarding both patients and healthcare personnel in the remote setting.
- Be prepared to facilitate and coordinate medical evacuations when necessary, ensuring patients receive the appropriate care in a timely manner.
- Participate in after-hours on‑call rostering to provide medical support and emergency care during evenings and weekends,



ensuring round‑the‑clock healthcare coverage for the community.
- This job opportunity is not a remote or work‑from‑home position; it requires the selected candidate to work on‑site at the company’s location.
- Must be willing to relocate and live in the South Australian Aboriginal Community called Yalata.
- Must be over 18 years of age.
- Must have a current Australian driver’s licence and the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
- Must be able to pass a police check assessment.
- Must hold a valid Working with Children’s Clearance.
- Must be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse.
- Must be able to provide flexible work hours and participate in after‑hours on‑call.

Qualifications and experience

- At a minimum, you must have completed one of the following: a Bachelor of Nursing, a Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or a Bachelor of Nursing Science.
- Remote Emergency Care (REC) course or an equivalent emergency course.
- Advanced Life Support (ALS).
- Experience in remote healthcare or emergency care.
- Understanding of Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA), including Category S4 (Prescription Only) and S8 (Controlled Drugs) medications.
- Comfortable and experienced in cannulation and Suturing.
- Robust communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to work in remote and challenging environments.
- Ability to adapt to limited resources and use creative problem‑solving skills.
- A commitment to delivering high‑quality, culturally sensitive care.
- Ability to adapt to changing environments and priorities.
- A positive attitude and a passion for teamwork.
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including an understanding of their cultural values, traditions, and healthcare practices.

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