$128,151 – $137,674 per annum+ 12% superannuation
Permanently Based in Community OR Permanent FIFO – choose what works for you
Locations: Galiwin'ku, Milingimbi, Gapuwiyak & Ramingining
About Miwatj Health
Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service, delivering culturally grounded, comprehensive primary health care across East Arnhem Land.
Established in ****, we support over 6,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents through:
7 Remote Clinic Locations
Nhulunbuy
Gunyangara
Yirrkala
Galiwin'ku
Milingimbi
Ramingining
Gapuwiyak
Outreach services
A dedicated Aboriginal workforce
Strong partnerships with Yolnu leaders and communities
What's the role?
We're seeking an experienced and passionate Child Health Registered Nurse to join our remote Primary Health Care team.
In this role, you'll provide high quality child and family health services for children aged 0–17 years, working collaboratively with families, community members, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver child health programs and care coordinate children with complex or chronic conditions.
Provide primary health care services in line with CARPA Guidelines.
Support, implement, and evaluate community health initiatives.
Work across the School Clinic, Outreach, and Health Centre as required.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation and data entry.
Build strong therapeutic and culturally safe relationships with families and communities.




Participate in a 24 hour on call roster for emergency care when required.
Practice autonomously, using advanced child health clinical skills.
What's in it for you?
6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
Fares Out Leave
12 days personal leave
5 days compassionate leave
Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance of up to $2,****** p/a
Study leave + up to $1,800 study assistance
Post Graduate Allowance (2% of your salary)
Tailored training and career development pathways
Eligibility for $10,000 Retention Bonus (conditions apply).
NT Thrive Grant: Relocation and wellbeing support for health professionals.
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Is the role right for you?
Minimum 5 years nursing experience, including at least 2 years in child, paediatric, or adolescent health.
Strong understanding of remote primary health care and the principles of community based care.
Demonstrated cultural competence and understanding of Indigenous health and social determinants.
Willingness and capacity to live and work in a remote community.
AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
Current WWC Check, National Police Clearance, Australian manual driver's licence.
NT Immunisation Certificate, Advanced Life Support.
Remote Emergency Care and/or Maternity Emergency Care (or working towards).
Mandatory Reporting training (NT).
Successful applicants must be willing to travel in small charter planes, and the ability to drive a 4WD will be looked upon favorably.
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📌 Child Health Remote Area Nurse – Miwatj Health – East Arnhem Land (Australia)
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