We’re opening a brand-new general practice in Nightcliff in January 2027 and are looking for a compassionate, team-oriented Registered Nurse to join us from the beginning.

This role is ideal for an experienced nurse seeking meaningful work, genuine workplace support, and flexibility that allows for a healthy work-life balance.

Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to help create a new healthcare service from the ground up.

You’ll enjoy:

Above-award remuneration

Family-friendly hours

No weekend work

A supportive and respectful workplace

Genuine collaboration with leadership

Opportunities for qualified growth and development

Time to provide high-quality care rather than simply moving patients through

The opportunity to help shape systems, services and culture from day one

Most importantly, you’ll be joining a team that believes healthcare works best when we care for one another as well as our patients.

About Progress Health & General Practice Progress Health & General Practice is a new privately owned whole-person general practice and allied health clinic opening in Nightcliff, Darwin, in January 2027.

We combine evidence-based general practice with preventive, lifestyle and integrative healthcare approaches. Our focus is on building long-term relationships and helping patients make meaningful progress in their health and wellbeing.

Just as importantly, we’re building a workplace where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

We believe excellent patient care starts with looking after our team. We are committed to creating a workplace built on kindness, respect, collaboration, clear communication and healthy boundaries.





We recognise that excellent healthcare happens when clinicians feel supported, respected and able to do their best work. We are intentionally building a workplace where nurses have a voice, are valued for their expertise, and have the time to develop meaningful relationships with patients.

We’re looking for people who want to contribute to a positive culture and help shape a practice from the ground up.

The Opportunity As our Practice Nurse, you’ll play a key role in supporting patients across all stages of life while working closely with our GPs, Practice Manager, administration team and allied health colleagues.

Responsibilities may include:

Chronic disease management

Health assessments and care planning

Immunisations and cold chain management

Wound care and dressings

Assisting with clinical procedures

Non-acute mental health assessments

Preventive health activities

Patient education and follow-up

Infection prevention and control activities

Supporting accreditation requirements

Quality improvement projects

Maintaining clinical supplies and equipment

Contributing to a positive, supportive team culture

What’s in it for you?

Competitive above-award salary package based on qualifications, experience,



additional skills and responsibilities

Superannuation

Professional development opportunities

Salary range depends on experience and qualifications, and is always paid above the Nurses Award wage.

Part-time position

Monday to Friday

Approximately 26-32 hours per week (negotiable)

Typical roster of around 6 hours per day

Flexible daytime hours available and may suit applicants seeking school-friendly working arrangements

Additional hours may become available as the practice grows

Your weekend, your after-hours, your Public Holidays – they are all yours.

Selection Criteria Essential

Current, unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse (AHPRA)

Minimum two years post-registration clinical nursing experience

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong organisational and time-management skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Commitment to compassionate, patient-centred care

Interest in one or more of the following areas:

Chronic disease management

Primary mental healthcare

Child and adolescent health

Mental Health Care

Highly Desirable

Previous experience in general practice nursing

Experience with chronic disease management plans and health assessments

Immunisation experience and/or recognised immunisation training

Experience using Best Practice, HotDoc or similar clinical software

Interest in preventive, lifestyle, integrative or functional medicine

Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Lauren Lester on

or email .

📌 Practice Nurse – Progress Health General Practice – Nightcliff (Darwin City)
🏢 Northern Territory PHN
📍 Darwin City