Registered Nurses
Job No:
111416
Location:
Tennant Creek
- Are you a Registered Nurse looking to make a difference in health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities?
- Attractive remuneration circa $102,592 - $110,220 plus super, relocation assistance and accommodation subsidy!
- Enjoy 6 weeks annual leave with a monthly paid RDO!
- Free General Dental, General Medical, gym membership and prescriptions!
About the Organisation
Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (AHAC) is a multi-disciplinary organisation which provides primary health care services to the Aboriginal people of Tennant Creek and the surrounding Barkly region.
Anyinginyi consists of five different sections (Health Centre, Corporate Services, Public Health Unit, Sports and Recreation, and Piliyintinji-Ki Stronger Families) which allows them to have an holistic approach to health ensuring that clients' physical and emotional health and wellbeing is given the utmost priority.
Anyinginyi's mission is to be a provider of high quality holistic primary health care services focusing on prevention and treatment in a culturally responsive way that empowers Aboriginal people to take more responsibility for their own health.
About the Opportunity
Anyinginyi now has two exciting opportunities for full-time Registered Nurses to join their Health Services team in Tennant Creek, NT.
One position will operate in a generalist nursing capacity, with the other position splitting time between generalist healthcare and working within the eye health clinic. These roles are being offered on a 2 year contract, renewable upon further funding.
These roles are responsible for providing culturally sensitive nursing care for the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities of the Barkly region.
More specifically, some of your key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Working closely with Aboriginal Health Practitioners to maintain and develop culturally appropriate and accessible health services;
- Involving traditional elders and leaders in promoting health and wellbeing within the community;
- Providing general health care - assessment and management of a broad range of clinical problems in consultation with Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Doctors, other nurses or CARPA Standard Treatment Manual written protocols;
- Participating in dealing with issues affecting the social and emotional wellbeing of the community; and
- Delivering and/or referring counselling supports to individuals and families on health and wellbeing related issues.
Whilst the majority of service delivery is clinic based and will occur in Tennant Creek, occasional overnight travel to remote communities may be required, dependent on operational needs.
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About You
To be successful in this role, you must be a Registered Nurse and have current AHPRA Registration.
Working with Aboriginal individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds, it is essential that you are culturally sensitive and have a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, with the ability to effectively communicate and support the delivery of culturally responsive programs and services with an understanding of the importance of traditional cultures, values and protocols. Previous experience delivering primary health care services within an Aboriginal community will be highly regarded but is not mandatory.
You will also have demonstrated experience in providing clinical care in the areas of wound management, immunisations, comprehensive health assessments and chronic disease management, alongside the ability to undertake triage of clients, especially those presenting with acute/emergency health problems.
Finally, you must possess high-level communication, negotiation and consultation skills. You'll also possess the ability to be innovative in response to the changing health needs of Aboriginal clients, with a willingness to incorporate local values in wellbeing programs, services and initiatives.
Please note: Prior to commencement you will need to undergo a National Police Clearance and obtain a current Ochre Card. You must have (or be willing to obtain) a current certification to give vaccines in the Northern Territory. A Driver's License and the ability to drive to communities as required is also essential for this role.
About the Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to provide generalist health services that help close the gap for Aboriginal health in remote Australia.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a highly attractive remuneration package circa $102,592 - $110,220 plus super, negotiable with skills and experience.
Anyinginyi also offers a host of additional benefits to further increase your take-home pay, including:
- 6 weeks annual leave with 17.5% leave loading;
- Salary sacrificing up to $15,899.94 p/a;
- Subsidised furnished rental accommodation is available for candidates who are relocating;
- Relocation assistance (up to $5,000);
- One paid RDO monthly;
- Free general medical;
- Free general dentistry (excluding laboratory work);
- Free gym membership;
- Free medical prescriptions.
You will be joining a friendly and professional team, where you will also receive personal and professional development opportunities.
This is a diverse and fulfilling generalist health role, with excellent benefits, making a difference to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. What are you waiting for? Apply Now!
About the Tennant Creek Region
Year round blue skies, stunning landscapes and vibrant, diverse and warm communities - that's life in the Northern Territory! Only a short flight from most Australian cities, Tennant Creek is not just a must-see destination renowned for its individual identity and rich cultural heritage, but is a remarkable community to set up home in!
500km north of Alice Springs, Tennant Creek was once a rough and tumble droving town, but is now a modern town and one of the Territory's most populated areas. It is home to a major regional hospital, a CDU campus, schools, shops and a supermarket, accommodation, bars, clubs and restaurants, banking facilities, sporting clubs and an airport - everything you need to set up a relaxing new lifestyle! People from all walks of life find themselves calling Tennant Creek home.