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Community Nurse (Maternal & Child Health) - Full Time - Nt

Curis Recruitment
Darwin Full-day Full-time

Description:

Curis Recruitment is proud to partner with a fantastic Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation in the Northern Territory to help them find a Community Nurse to contribute to the delivery and implementation of the Maternal and Early Childhood Sustained Home Visiting Program (MESCH).
With the Katherine Gorge on your doorstep and an incredible outdoor lifestyle on offer, combined with some of the best fishing in the world, the Northern Territory is the place to be to make the most of life’s adventures.
Further Details
Employment Type: Permanent, full time role.
Location: Big Rivers Region of the Northern Territory.
Renumeration : Competitive salary depending on experience + superannuation + an annual retention bonus + salary packing options to increase your take-home pay.
Accommodation: Private accommodation available at only $150 per week - this includes power and internet! Relocation assistance is also available to ensure a smooth transition into your new role.
Generous leave entitlements: 6 weeks annual leave, 15 days personal leave, and paid study leave for your professional development.

Key Responsibilities
  • Support mothers and their families with psychological and/or environmental challenges, offering support from the birth of their baby until the age of 3.
  • Utilise a strengths-based approach to enable the mother and family to enhance their coping skills, parenting skills, encouraging safety in the home and promoting infant nutrition.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective and cost-efficient client care, including referrals, case conferences, and follow-ups with specialists and welfare agencies.
  • You will carry a case load of up to 30 clients, proactively being involved in reflective practice, case reviews and community of practice.
Selection Criteria
  • Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse (no restrictions).
  • Current unrestricted driver’s license.
  • Current NT OCHRE clearance.
  • National Criminal History Check (non adverse).
  • Up to date immunisation status.
  • Demonstrated experience in Maternal and Child Health, particularly in a remote setting.
  • Experience working with, and knowledge of, Indigenous primary healthcare needs.
  • Full working rights in Australia.
How to Apply
Please click 'Apply Now'. For further information, or to receive a copy of the job description, please submit your CV to isobel@curis.com.au and a consultant will be in touch within 24 hours.
Why work with Curis Recruitment?

We have recently won an award for '2024 Best Healthcare Recruitment Agency in NSW' ! On top of this, 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 – 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.
16 Apr 2025;   from: uworkin.com

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