MECSH Nurse (W/ Relocation assistance to Katherine, NT!)
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Posted on May 8, 2024
Job details
- Earn a competitive salary of circa $116,614 - $125,284 per annum (commensurate with qualifications and experience) + superannuation
- Maximise your earning potential with generous salary packaging options
- Relocation assistance available to help you make this vibrant regional community your new home
- Enjoy a varied role where your expertise will directly impact the well-being of remote Aboriginal communities
Who We Are:
Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is an industry-renowned provider of preventative, clinical, and emergency primary healthcare in the Northern Territory. We deliver a range of health services across the Katherine West region, covering primary healthcare and health education. To learn more about our services, click here.How You’ll Make a Difference:
We are now looking for a full-time Maternal Early Childhood Sustained Home-visiting (MECSH) Nurse based in Katherine, NT. This role is crucial in delivering culturally appropriate support and health education to Aboriginal families as part of the Strong Beginnings for Strong Families (SB4SF) MECSH program. The successful applicant will be required to travel regularly, by car, to remote Aboriginal communities 4-7 hours from Katherine. More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Providing quality primary health care to clients and their families
- Promoting and supporting clients using culturally secure practices
- Participating in the implementation and review of the SB4SF MECSH program
- Partnering with broader Primary Health Care team members for collaborative health care
- Maintaining accurate client management systems
- Offering educational support to mothers during the prenatal period
- Facilitating connections to specialist support services
- Implementing quality improvement activities within the program
- Regularly participate in case conferences to inform client care planning
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
To qualify, you will need to be eligible for registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse or Aboriginal Health Practitioner (AHP) . Prior experience in primary health care or a related field will also be considered essential. While not essential, the following skills and background will be highly valued:- Post-graduate qualification in child and family health
- Experience in Remote Area Nursing or Aboriginal communities
- Experience working in a cross-cultural context
Be Rewarded:
In addition to a competitive salary of circa $116,614 - $125,284 p.a. (commensurate with qualifications and experience) , you will receive a range of generous benefits as part of the KWHB team, including:- Salary sacrificing opportunities up to $16,000 to maximise your earning potential
- 6 weeks annual leave
- Daily travel allowance when away from Katherine
- Fantastic professional development & ongoing training
- Flexible work and leave options
- Relocation assistance
- Accommodation for up to 6 weeks in Katherine
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