Registered Nurses for permanent FIFO in remote NTUrapuntja Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (UHS) is seeking registered nurses for permanent contracts at our central health precinct located 270 kilometres NE of Alice Springs.
Our goal is to provide the highest standard of primary health care to the Alywarr communities, the First Nations people of Utopia Homelands.
We have modern infrastructure, exceptional team members, comprehensive benefits, conditions, and pay.Understanding of and experience with Aboriginal community controlled health sector preferred, but for clinicians new to remote work in this sector, cultural training and assistance is available.UHS offers some of the most comprehensive employment benefits in Australia:Base salary starting at $126,789.00, plus superannuationAdditional 25% - 32.5% pa on-call allowance (paid on full-time hours including during paid leave) in lieu of overtime/penalty ratesRetention bonuses from 3% to 8% (increasing over time)Annual salary increasesComprehensive salary packaging which may include everyday living; meals and entertainment; mortgage and loans; novated leasing and superannuationRostering conditionsA "swing cycle"/roster of 6 weeks working on site followed by 2 weeks leaveCost of air/road travel to/from site paid by UHS for each swing, if requestedFree Accommodation in the Urapuntja Health PrecinctComfortable fully furnished accommodation situated in our beautiful and quiet Ghost Gum countryFree mobile broadband and landline phone serviceFree utilities including power and waterFenced yard (pets permitted)Employee entitlements are subject to the Urapuntja Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024.About YouTo be considered for a nursing role with UHS you must:Hold AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse with minimum 5 years experienceHave sound and well-established primary health care skillsParticipate in an on-call roster, as first and second responder to meet community emergency needs (A&E experience preferred)Demonstrate sound understanding of the challenges a remote clinician faces working and living in a remote areaHave demonstrated ability to practice in a culturally safe and appropriate mannerRespect for Aboriginal culture and/or the willingness to engage and learnDemonstrate strong respect and support for fellow workers, the desire to step up when required and work as a team playerBe able to work collaboratively and cooperatively with all staff, stakeholders and community membersDemonstrate ability to maintain electronic patient databases such as CommunicareHold current Australian manual 'C' Class drivers' licence or international equivalent with demonstrated skills to drive an Ambulance on unsealed roadsUndertake other responsibilities as reasonably requested by the management in accordance with your skills and qualification.National Police Clearance (within 3 months) and NT Ochre Card (working with children) is mandatory for these positions.
We will assist with application and cost of checks.These positions require direct contact with patients/clients or blood and body substances so are considered "Category A" under the Staff Immunisation for Vaccine Preventable Diseases.
To protect our vulnerable community and our staff, successful candidates will be required to maintain up-to-date vaccinations as detailed in the policy.VISA SPONSORSHIP WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FOR THESE ROLES.Our Footprint and Facilities:The Urapuntja Health Service is in Amengernterneah, 23 km north of Arlparra, off the Sandover Highway.
Our Health Service team (comprising Clinical and Mental Health and Wellbeing Teams) provide services through our main clinic and Wellbeing Centre at Amengernterneah and as a mobile outreach team, visiting 900-1000 residents of 16 Homeland communities.
The Health Service is set in an area of natural beauty, with comfortable accommodation for our staff including a well-equipped and modern clinic, a Social and Emotional Wellbeing Centre, men and women's centres, and a gym.
We are an organisation that values our staff, and we provide excellent conditions to acknowledge the important work that our health professionals, support staff, and employees do.How to ApplyPlease submit your application, including a current resume with covering letter detailing the qualifications, experience, and values you bring to this vital role.
Your application is to be submitted via this Seek advertisement and must include:A covering letter highlighting your related experience working in a similar role and your interest in this particular roleA comprehensive resume detailing your previous experience and qualificationsApplications welcomed immediately.
Advertisement may close if suitable applicants are identified earlier.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.Check out our website at https://www.urapuntja.org.au/Your application will include the following questions:Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?Do you have experience working in remote areas?Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a registered nurse?Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check?Do you have a current nursing registration from the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?Have you completed a qualification in nursing?How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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