This is a Child Health Remote Area Nurse – East Arnhem Land NT role with Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation based in Nhulunbuy, NT, AU Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation Role Seniority - mid level More about the Child Health Remote Area Nurse – East Arnhem Land NT role at Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation Share E-mail Tweet Like $128,151 - $137,674 per annum 12% superannuation Permanently Based in Community OR Permanent FIFO - choose what works for you Locations: Galiwin’ku, Milingimbi, Gapuwiyak & Ramingining About The Role We’re seeking an experienced and passionate Child Health Registered Nurse to join our remote Primary Health Care team. In this role, you’ll provide high‑quality child and family health services for children aged 0–17 years, working collaboratively with families, community members, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and a multidisciplinary team. Key Responsibilities Deliver child health programs and care coordinate children with complex or chronic conditions. . Provide primary health care services in line with CARPA Guidelines. Support, implement, and evaluate community health initiatives. Work across the School Clinic, Outreach, and Health Centre as required. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and data entry. Build strong therapeutic and culturally safe relationships with families and communities. Participate in a 24‑hour on‑call roster for emergency care when required. Practice autonomously, using advanced child health clinical skills. About You Minimum 5 years nursing experience, including at least 2 years in child, paediatric, or adolescent health. Strong understanding of remote primary health care and the principles of community‑based care. Demonstrated cultural competence and understanding of Indigenous health and social determinants. Willingness and capacity to live and work in a remote community. AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse. Current WWC Check, National Police Clearance, Australian manual driver’s licence. NT Immunisation Certificate, Advanced Life Support. Remote Emergency Care and/or Maternity Emergency Care (or working towards). Mandatory Reporting training (NT). Additional Benefits 6 weeks annual leave 17.5% loading Fares Out Leave 12 days personal leave 5 days compassionate leave Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance of up to $2,179.89 p/a Study leave up to $1,800 study assistance Post‑Graduate Allowance (2% of your salary) Tailored training and professional development pathways Eligibility for $10,000 Retention Bonus (conditions apply). NT Thrive Grant: Relocation and wellbeing support for health professionals. More info: https://ntphn.org.au/grants-and-scholarships/health-professional-relocation-grant/ About Miwatj Health Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal Community‑Controlled Health Service, delivering culturally grounded, comprehensive primary health care across East Arnhem Land. Established in 1992, we support over 6,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents through: 7 Remote Clinic Locations Nhulunbuy Gunyangara Yirrkala Galiwin’ku Milingimbi Ramingining Gapuwiyak Outreach services A dedicated Aboriginal workforce Strong partnerships with Yolnu leaders and communities Our vision is simple: Yolnu-powered health and wellbeing. Successful applicants must be willing to travel in small charter planes, and the ability to drive a 4WD will be looked upon favorably. For more detailed Selection Criteria, please go to the Miwatj Careers website to click to view the full Job Description. For more information, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@miwatj.com.au Vaccination Requirements Miwatj Health is committed to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace in line with national healthcare standards. All employees are required to comply with our Staff Vaccination and Immunity Screening Policy and provide verified evidence prior to commencement. Vacancy Description - Remote Area Nurse - Child Health Zone 2.pdf (247 kB) When applying for any Vacancies / Jobs please use: Internet Explorer 9 and above, Firefox, Chrome, Safari or Opera. Please do not use Internet Explorer 8 or earlier versions. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Delivering child health programs Supporting community health initiatives Maintaining clinical documentation Key Strengths Child health nursing Cultural competence ️ Remote primary health care Advanced Life Support ⚠️ Remote Emergency Care Maternity Emergency Care A Final Note: This is a role with Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation not with Hatch.
