Women'S Health Nurse - Remote Northern Territory - Short Term Contract

5-week agency contract from the 8/07/2024 - 16/08/2024
Travel and accommodation provided!!
Up to $78.00 per hour + 11% superannuation!
Curis Recruitment is proud to partner with a fantastic Aboriginal Health Service in the Northern Territory to help them find a Women’s Health Nurse to join their team on an agency contract. This role is perfect for you if you are committed to making a meaningful impact in rural and remote communities.
Further Details
Up to $78.00 per hour + 11% superannuation!
5-week agency contract from the 8/07/2024 – 16/08/2024
Fully furnished accommodation provided
Return travel provided
Comprehensive agency support from our dedicated recruitment team
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Working with a fantastic organisation, with a supportive and collaborative work environment
Starting July 2024
The Location
You will be working in a remote Indigenous community located on the coast of Arnhem Land, approximately 500km from Darwin. The close-knit community is renowned for its vibrant art scene, particularly bark painting, weaving, and sculpture. They host cultural festivals and events that celebrate traditional practices, music, and dance. Living and working here will provide you a unique and unforgettable experience.
Your Key Responsibilities
As a Women’s Health Nurse, you will work within the Women’s Health Program in partnership with the multidisciplinary team to provide a high standard of care. You will play a critical role in delivering holistic, culturally appropriate, and effective healthcare services to women in the community. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Performing routine and specialised health screenings
Managing and supporting women with chronic conditions
Advocating for the health needs of Aboriginal women within the broader healthcare system
Engaging with community leaders to understand health needs and priorities
Fostering trustful and respectful relationships with patients and the community
Embrace a fulfilling contract, and the chance to make a real difference in a remarkable part of the Northern Territory.
To be eligible for the position, you must have the following:
Current AHPRA registration, with no restrictions
At least (5) years of nursing experience post registration and (3) years working in a remote, primary health field (preferably in Women’s Health)
Competent in Women’s Health checks, including CSTs and Implanon insertion
Family Planning Certificate in Sexual and Reproductive Health
Current Advanced Life Support
Current Remote Emergency Care (or equivalent)
About Giving Vaccines (or equivalent)
Current Driver’s License
Current National Crime Check
Current NT Ochre card
Desirable criteria:
Current Midwifery qualifications with the ability to backfill in the role if needed
Post graduate qualifications or experience in Women’s Health or another relevant field
Pharmacotherapeutics endorsed
Maternal Emergency Care (MEC), Midwifery Upskilling (MIDUS) and Paediatric Emergency Care (PEC) or equivalent
Previous use of Electronic Medical Records
To apply, please click 'Apply Now'. For further information, or to receive a copy of the job description, please call (02) 9188 3989 or submit your CV to [email protected] and a consultant will be in touch within 24 hours.
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