Registered Nurse, Remote Area (FIFO)

• Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with a sense of adventure, looking for something new?
• Fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected Aboriginal community-controlled health service in remote WA
• Attractive salary package of circa $140,000 inclusive of many benefits!
• 6/3 roster - return home or explore the region with up to $1400 paid airfares to and from home & additional leave every 6 weeks!

About the Organisation

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community-controlled health service, founded in 1986. We provide centralised advocacy and resource support for six independent member services, as well as direct clinical services in a further six remote Aboriginal communities across the region.

Over its 34 years of operation, KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services. We have provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence-based best practices in primary health care and staying true to our model of care.

Our Model of Care

KAMS values timely, accessible, affordable, and culturally appropriate healthcare. The Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services Model of Care embodies a holistic approach, anchored in eight crucial dimensions vital for the health and well-being of Aboriginal people and their communities. This model stresses the significance of connection to Country, culture, family, and community, recognising that a disconnection from these aspects can lead to imbalances in health from both a medical and cultural viewpoint. The strength of the Model is that it was developed by Aboriginal people for Aboriginal people.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for full-time Remote Registered Nurses to fill multiple vacancies, including a specific role for mental health. Servicing the communities of the Kutjungka region, you may be based in either Balgo, Mulan or Billiluna.

This vital role, reporting to the Health Centre Manager, involves delivering holistic primary health care within a supportive team environment. Nurses work on a 6-week FIFO roster, with 3 weeks off, including 2 weeks of isolation leave and 1 week of annual leave.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering health promotion and education activities, and coordinating assigned health programmes (e.g., Chronic Condition or Maternal and Child Health)
• Coordinating health programmes, including community events, in collaboration with stakeholders both within and outside the community
• Providing professional, evidence-based primary healthcare to individuals, families, and communities
• Working in consultation with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to streamline an integrated patient journey across all providers
• Participating in an on-call roster to provide a 24/7 emergency care service

To view the position description, please click here.

To be Successful

To succeed, you must be currently registered with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse and have demonstrated post-graduate experience in the delivery of comprehensive primary health care, including emergency care. A minimum of 3 years of experience in nursing is also essential.

Additionally, highly valued skills and background include:

• Understanding of working with Aboriginal people
• Cultural competency in providing primary health care within a remote setting
• Community engagement skills

As our ideal candidate, you'll understand and respect Aboriginal cultural nuances, ensuring culturally safe healthcare. With a strong background in primary healthcare and remote experience, you'll thrive. Your passion for community engagement will drive health initiatives, making a lasting impact on the well-being of remote Aboriginal communities.

To maintain the competency requirements of the Remote Area Nurse position, some professional development requirements must be undertaken before the commencement of employment or as soon as possible after commencing employment, and maintained as scheduled:

• Remote Emergency Care Course or equivalent – every 2 years
• Maternity Emergency Care Course or equivalent – every 2 years
• Triage Emergency Care - once
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) – every year
• Pharmacotherapeutics Course – every 5 years
• Immunisation Provider WA – once plus yearly update
• 4WD Course – every 5 years
• Ambulance Stretcher Training – every 2 year

Be Rewarded

For your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a competitive base salary of circa $114,563 plus super, with an additional availability and call-out payment at 25% of your base salary.

KAMS offers a fantastic work/life balance, with access to 2 weeks of isolation leave and up to $1,400 in isolation airfares after every 6 weeks working in the community.

You will also have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• Fully furnished accommodation for your time spent in the community
• An additional annual airfare allowance up to $1,285, available after 12 months of employment
• An annual district allowance of $2,149
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This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with an interest in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health to make a real difference in remote communities.

People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career, and enhance your cultural knowledge in stunning outback locations. Make a positive difference—Apply Now!