Curis Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service in the Northern Territory to help them find a Child Health Nurse to join their team in the Northern Territory. Job details: Permanent Full time position Base salary up to $110,000.00 per annum 12% superannuation Clinic based role with community travel Relocation assistance provided Salary packaging available 6 weeks annual leave 15 days personal leave 10 days study leave Responsibilities Provide holistic care for children (0–5 and up to 15 as needed), including growth monitoring, immunisations, screenings, developmental assessments, and early childhood programs. Oversee the Child Health Portfolio, including program delivery, case planning, health promotion, and service coordination to ensure quality care. Provide antenatal and postnatal education, home visits, and support for parenting, bonding, breastfeeding, nutrition, and safe home environments. Work with families experiencing complex needs using strength-based, culturally appropriate care in collaboration with health teams, RAHPs, and community partners. Build community-based programs, facilitate parenting groups, promote health education, and support community connections and stakeholder collaboration. Maintain accurate documentation, participate in clinical decision-making and referrals, support staff education, evaluate programs, and engage in ongoing professional development and CQI activity Location: Experience the very best of the Northern Territory in this vibrant regional hub where adventure, culture, and community come together. Home to around 6,500 people and just 320 km southeast of Darwin, this is the gateway to breath-taking natural wonders, from the dramatic cliffs and cascading waterfalls of Nitmiluk Gorge to expansive bushland and crystal-clear waterways. Deeply rooted in rich Indigenous culture and known for its genuine outback hospitality, Katherine offers a rare and rewarding lifestyle where opportunity thrives under wide open skies. This isn’t just a place to visit, it’s a place to call home. With a strong sense of community, affordable living, meaningful career opportunities, and a slower pace of life, it’s ideal for those seeking balance, purpose, and connection. Here, you can build lasting relationships, immerse yourself in culture, and enjoy an outdoor lifestyle year-round making it easy to put down roots and stay for the long term. To be eligible for this position you must: AHPRA registration with no restrictions Postgraduate qualification in Child and Family Health Minimum 2 years' experience working in a primary health care or child health nurse role Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and diverse communities in rural and remote settings ideal Current driver's license Must have full Australian working rights (i.e., Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, a valid Working Visa, or New Zealand Citizenship) To find out more about this position please call 02 9188 3989 or email your cv to emily@curis.com.au and a consultant will be in touch within 24 hours. Why work with Curis Recruitment? We have a proven record of placing nurses and midwives into fantastic positions across Australia with some of the best hospitals and health centres. Our clients know that we only represent the best nurses and midwives out there so when you are represented by us you are always shown in the best light and this gives you a foot in the door right at that first step. Not the right role for you but know someone who would be amazing??? Refer them to us and if we place them, YOU are eligible for a $300 gift voucher of your choice! Make sure they mention your name when they apply.
