Island-based remote nursing with real impact

Looking for remote practice where you'll know your community and see the difference your care makes? Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Remote Area Nurse to join our Minjilang Health Centre team on Croker Island.

As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO), Red Lily is led by community. We deliver culturally safe primary health care across West Arnhem, with Aboriginal people at the centre of decisions about their health and wellbeing.

About Minjilang

Minjilang (Croker Island, also known as Mission Bay) is a remote Aboriginal community of around 290 people, about 235 km east-north-east of Darwin. Languages spoken include Iwaidja, Maung and Kunwinjku. Minjilang is a dry community, with fishing, boating, swimming and bushwalking to enjoy.

The Minjilang Health Care Centre provides a 24/7 on-call service, with a visiting GP and a range of visiting services including midwifery, women's health, mental health, hearing health and dental.

More information about our communities is available at https://redlily.org.au/community-profiles/

You'll be supported by Red Lily's other health centres in Jabiru, Gunbalanya and Warruwi.

About the Role

Reporting to the Health Centre Manager, you’ll be a key part of the Minjilang primary health care team, contributing to better health outcomes for the community through health screening, targeted public health initiatives and scheduled care.

Key responsibilities include:

- Providing comprehensive primary health care within a multidisciplinary team
- Delivering care coordination, case management, recall systems and priority health programs
- Contributing to data collection, reporting and continuous quality improvement




- Supporting Medicare-related activities so eligible clients can access MBS items and health incentive programs
- Maintaining accurate clinical documentation, patient records and recall systems
- Delivering culturally safe, person-centred care that promotes informed decision-making and self-management
- Working collaboratively with Aboriginal Health Practitioners to strengthen integrated service delivery
- Participating in the 24-hour on-call roster and delivering acute and emergency care

About You

You're a resourceful, resilient clinician who is comfortable working independently in a small island community and thrives on variety.

You'll bring:

- Eligibility for AHPRA registration as a general Registered Nurse, with a relevant post-basic qualification
- Extensive Remote Area Nursing experience within a multidisciplinary primary health care team model in Aboriginal communities
- The ability to work effectively across cultures, with a sound understanding of Aboriginal health and cultural safety
- Knowledge of Primary Health Care programs and the legislation governing remote practice
- A commitment to quality improvement, WHS, education and career development
- Highly developed interpersonal, problem-solving, written, verbal and IT skills
- A current full Australian driver's licence and full rights to work in Australia

Highly Regarded

- Tertiary or post-basic qualifications in Midwifery, Child Health, Emergency Care, Mental Health or Primary Health Care




- Previous Remote Area Nursing experience

What's on Offer?

✅ Competitive salary of $123,800 – $134,300 per annum plus super (based on experience)

✅ Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per year (including meals and entertainment)

✅ Refurbished accommodation with all utilities included

✅ Relocation assistance*

✅ Penalty rates, on-call allowances and remote incentives

✅ Fares Out of Isolated Locations (FOIL) allowance – three trips per year valued at $1,000 each

✅ Six weeks annual leave plus three additional paid Christmas shutdown days

✅ Professional development support and study opportunities

✅ Supportive Health Centre Manager and strong clinical governance

✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

✅ The chance to live and work in a unique island community rich in culture and connection to Country

*Relocation assistance is subject to approval and funding availability.

Employment Requirements

All appointments are subject to:

- National Criminal History Check
- NT Working with Children Clearance (OCHRE Card)
- Relevant registrations and licences

This role requires travel to remote communities by vehicle and light aircraft.

Red Lily Health Board is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Ready to Apply?

Send us your current resume and a short cover letter telling us about your experience and why you'd like to join our Minjilang team.

For more information, visit www.redlily.org.au or email ••••@redlily.org.au.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable applicants may be progressed before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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