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Join Australia''s leading Aboriginal health service delivering high quality health care in remote communitiesChoose a lifestyle that works for you full-time and casual options availableTotal annual salary package excluding superannuation, up to $213,725, commensurate with remote area experienceModern accommodation with utilities provided and 12 weeks leave per year to explore the Australian outback and return home for holidays!Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (EBA) currently underway - expected to further improve the already exceptional remuneration and conditions!Life in the APY LandsThe APY Lands are located in the far north-western region of South Australia, covering approximately 103,000 square kilometres with a population of approximately 3,000 Anangu people. The region is freehold land owned and managed by the Anangu people.Living and working in this beautiful region provides the chance to experience the true Australian outback while getting paid!Nganampa Health Council is recognised as an exemplar of Aboriginal health services. Its successes include reducing sexually transmitted infection rates, increasing birth weights through antenatal programs, and consistently maintaining childhood immunisation rates above 90%.Further information can be found at nganampahealth.com.auAbout the OpportunitiesNganampa Health Council is seeking clinic-based Registered Nurses and Registered Midwives (dual registration required) to join their dedicated teams in South Australia.We welcome applications for both Permanent Full-time and Locum contract positions.In these highly varied roles, you will deliver primary healthcare under the CARPA Standard Treatment Manual and assist in the early detection and management of chronic illness as part of a multidisciplinary team.Working under the direction of the Medical Director and Clinical Service Manager, your responsibilities will include:Collaborating with medical officers, program staff, Anangu staff, and other health personnel to provide primary healthcareTreating acute illnesses and chronic medical conditionsManaging computerised recalls and conducting patient follow-up careChild health monitoring and immunisationsAdministering vaccinations across all age groupsDelivering patient health educationAssessing and referring social welfare issuesConducting public health screenings for communicable diseases, including STIs, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis A, B & CManaging antenatal and postnatal carePerforming day-to-day clinic administration tasksAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Locum (Casual) Opportunities - Work That Fits Your LifeWhy work for an agency when you can work directly with Nganampa?Our casual contracts offer flexibility and variety with the opportunity to work across multiple clinics, without the commitment of a permanent position.If you''re seeking short-term work, have previous remote health experience, and are looking to join a fabulous team and explore new places NHC could be the place for you.Locum RN roles offer:Hourly rate commencing at $98.43Flexible contracts from 2 to 12 weeksAccess to Salary packaging!All travel is covered from anywhere in Australia or New ZealandAccommodation and amenities are fully covered while on the LandsExperience across multiple clinics with support from our established teamThis is the perfect option for experienced nurses who want variety, flexibility, and meaningful work, without the long-term commitment of a permanent position.Who we''re looking forAre you an RN or RN-Midwife, passionate about equal quality care for all?Our ideal candidates will:Be a Registered Nurse or a dual RN & Registered Midwife, registered with the National Board of Nursing and MidwiferyHave at least 3 years of post-graduation work experience, with recent acute medical/A&E exposure or experience in remote workHold post graduate qualifications in emergency care, advanced nursing, or rural/remote area nursing (desirable but not essential)Be highly computer literate, as health records are fully digitalBe excited to work as part of a multi-disciplinary teamDisplay strong cultural awareness and respectYou will communicate and participate effectively within a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary health team and have a demonstrated understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal health.Midwives must have significant experience in acute general work within the past 5 years.About the rolesThese positions are based in busy community clinics that are open from 9 am to 5:30 pm Monday to Friday. Nurses do provide an after-hours on-call service, and you will require advanced nursing clinical skills including excellent clinical assessment skills and confidence in managing diversity in presentations - trauma, acute and chronic medical conditions - across all age groups.The ability to work under Aboriginal management and control will be highly regarded, as will a demonstrated understanding of issues affecting Aboriginal health, the principles of Primary Health Care and relevant legislation. No two days will be the same and as a result, highly resourceful candidates will thrive here!Please note: Successful candidates must undergo a Police Check and a Working With Children Check. A manual driver''s licence is essential, and familiarity with 4WD vehicles is advantageous (4WD training is provided during orientation).Salary, Benefits and More!Your dedication will be rewarded with a total annual salary package, exclusive of superannuation, of $194,415 - $213,725 (commensurate with remote experience), including non-cash benefits of $13,000 and tax savings of approximately $19,278.The package for the permanent position comprises:Base salaryDistrict and work allowancesSuperannuationAnnual retention bonusLeave loadingAnnual airfareRecreation leave allowanceAssistance with relocation costsTax savings from salary-sacrificing12 weeks of leave per yearRent-free modern housing, with utilities and internet included12 days of study leave for career planningReady to Make a Real Difference?Please note: Only applicants with current working rights in Australia or New Zealand will be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available.If you have a diverse clinical background, including acute medicine, A&E, paediatrics, and/or Aboriginal healthcare experience, we want to hear from you - APPLY NOW! #J-18808-Ljbffr