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Make a real difference in cancer care for Aboriginal communities

Are you passionate about cancer prevention, early detection and supporting people through their health journey?

Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation is looking for an experienced and community-focused Cancer Care Support Nurse to join our Outreach Team. This role offers the opportunity to work across some of the Northern Territory's most unique and culturally rich communities while helping improve cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Whether you're based in Jabiru or Darwin, this position combines health promotion, community engagement, care coordination and clinical leadership in a rewarding role that delivers real impact.

About Red Lily Health Board

Red Lily Health Board is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation delivering culturally safe primary healthcare services across West Arnhem. Our communities, culture and connection to Country are at the centre of everything we do.

About the Role

Working closely with the Cancer Care Program Coordinator and Clinical Systems and Quality Manager, you'll help lead and deliver cancer prevention, awareness, screening and support programs across Red Lily's service areas.

Key responsibilities include:

- Supporting the delivery of cancer programs across West Arnhem communities
- Promoting national cancer screening programs, including breast, bowel, cervical and lung screening
- Delivering community education, awareness campaigns and health promotion activities
- Working alongside Aboriginal Health Practitioners, GPs, specialists and community stakeholders




- Building strong partnerships with Cancer Council NT, NT Health and other service providers
- Supporting people through screening, referrals, follow-up care and treatment pathways
- Monitoring program outcomes, reporting requirements and continuous quality improvement activities
- Mentoring Cancer Support Officers and contributing to workforce development initiatives.

About You

You'll be someone who enjoys working with communities, building relationships and making healthcare more accessible for people living in remote areas.

To be successful, you'll have:

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Experience in primary healthcare, chronic disease management, health promotion or community health programs
- Strong understanding of cultural safety and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Current Australian Driver Licence and unrestricted work rights in Australia.

Highly Regarded

- Experience in cancer care, screening programs or oncology services
- Experience working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO)
- Knowledge of cancer referral pathways and screening programs
- Experience in remote health settings




- Experience using PCIS or other electronic health record systems.

What's on Offer?

✅ Salary package of $127,514 - $138,329 plus super (dependent on experience)

✅ Salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550 per year

✅ Refurbished accommodation with all utilities included*

✅ Relocation assistance*

✅ Penalty rates, on-call allowances and remote incentives

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

✅ Career development support and study opportunities

✅ Genuine career progression within a growing Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation

✅ Supportive Executive team and experienced clinical leadership

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

✅ The opportunity to live and work in one of Australia's most spectacular locations

*Accommodation and 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

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

Ready to Apply?

Submit your resume and a short cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

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

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

📌 Cancer Care Support Nurse - Based in Jabiru or Darwin
🏢 Red Lily Health
📍 Jabiru