Katherine West Health Board's (KWHB) vision acknowledges the distinct and diverse identity of their people and communities, ensuring member communities are involved in the planning, development and implementation of their health programs. Our holistic services are designed to promote the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of the person and their community. Established in 1998, Katherine West Health Board is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that provides a range of clinical, preventative and public health services to clients in the Katherine West Region of the Northern Territory. With four major health care centres and a range of satellite centres, KWHB services an area over two times the size of Tasmania (162,000km²), helping to improve the health and wellbeing of some of the most remote communities in Australia. Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Remote Registered Nurses to join their team for an opportunity in the Katherine West region in the NT. This position works as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team in a remote health care centre and provides the highest standard of nursing care for clients through the provision of comprehensive primary health care services. Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to): Provide quality primary health care to individuals, families, and the community (including outstations as required) within own competency level, KWHB endorsed protocols and the CARPA Manual in order to meet expected client needs. Participate in the after-hours on-call roster to meet community emergency needs. Promote and support Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHP's) as the primary health providers in community to facilitate the delivery of culturally appropriate health care Support and participate in Quality Improvement activities within the Health Centre to enhance the safety and effectiveness of care. Maintain information systems required for the effective management of clients. This is an amazing opportunity to utilise your skills and passion to make a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia. In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidates will enjoy an attractive remuneration RN3/1 - RN3/4 (negotiable based on your skills and experience) PLUS super and a range of benefits, including: Salary sacrificing. 6 weeks annual leave. Fantastic professional development & ongoing training. Flexible work and leave options. Relocation assistance . This is an amazing opportunity to utilise your skills and passion to make a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia.
