Nurse Level 5 - Remuneration Package Range $160,244 - $166,898 (including salary $136,235 - $143,391) Primary and Public Health Care - Barkly Tennant Creek, Northern Territory One full time vacancy, either ongoing or fixed for 2 years is available The Role As the Continuous Quality Improvement/ Professional Practice Nurse, you will support PHC staff in applying quality improvement processes and clinical standards using established systems and help develop activities aligned with best practice and the NT Aboriginal Health Forum Endorsed CQI Model. You’ll assist in managing resources, including clinical equipment procurement, and contribute to guideline development, policy interpretation, and change management to improve service delivery. You’ll also travel to remote areas by road, light plane to stay for up to a week as required. About you To be successful you’ll have: • Current registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia or eligible for same. • Proven advanced clinical knowledge and skills, in Primary or Remote Health or related area supported by strong decision-making and problem-solving skills • Proven proficiency in understanding and applying professional bodies of knowledge to provide advice and support • Experience supporting local/ regional policy development, interpreting policy and precedent, and contributing to change management initiatives. • Well-developed knowledge and understanding of social and cultural factors influencing the provision of health care Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of Graduate Diploma, or equivalent, beyond entry-to-practice in Primary or Remote Health Care or related area. The Benefits • Competitive remuneration package • Retention bonus • Salary packaging • 12% superannuation • Generous leave entitlements • Relocation support • Support to grow your career with professional development opportunities and allowances • Enjoy stable employment in the NT Government View the Nurse and midwife incentives Explore the Territory: Tennant Creek and Barkly regional guide Community Profiles Join the Territory Learn more about us: Hear from our nurses and midwives Department of Health Tennant Creek Hospital Linked In Facebook For further information about this vacancy please contact: Gai Di Donna on 08 8962 4413 or gai.didonna@nt.gov.au Quote vacancy number: 43862 Closing date: 03/04/2026 Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications. For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search
