Flight Nurse

About RFDS SA/NT

We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan focuses on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians. Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at finestcare.com.au. We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.

About This Opportunity

Ready to take your career to new heights in 2026? Discover adventure, purpose, and a change of scenery by joining our Alice Springs Flight Nurse team. Register now to be first in line for future opportunities. Reporting directly to the Flight Nurse Manager, you will work in a diverse, fulfilling and rewarding environment.

Responsibilities

• Be at the forefront of aeromedical health services, providing primary response, intensive care, midwifery and trauma services, including emergency retrievals, as part of our high-performance aeromedical team in regional, rural and remote SA & NT
• Work in a dynamic environment using your skills and experience to deliver outstanding patient care, where two days are never the same.

About You

• A healthcare professional who takes pride in delivering high quality nursing & midwifery care
• Experienced in working as a sole practitioner, with a high level of critical thinking and decision-making skills in high pressure situations
• Willing to work collaboratively with other health professionals, pilots, and operational employees to provide high quality health care in a remote environment.

To Be Considered For The Role You Require

• AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse and Registered Midwife
• Five (5) years minimum post registration experience which must include a minimum of three (3) years' experience in a critical care environment, after completion of a recognised tertiary post graduate certificate (or higher) in either Emergency Medicine or Intensive Care. The experience must be in either a:
• Recognised Major Regional or Tertiary Hospital Emergency Department with 24 hour in-Department medical coverage
• Recognised Intensive Care Unit; or
• Cumulative of three years critical care experience across both environments

Our Benefits

As part of our team, you can expect challenging, interesting work and support to achieve your best. RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued and professional development is encouraged.

• Generous relocation assistance
• 3 months free temporary accommodation within our furnished RFDS Alice Springs based accommodation
• Remote housing allowance for working in rural and remote areas
• Qualifications allowances and more
• Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
• Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including packaging up to $15,899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills, and packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card

Further Information

To access the position description, please click here. If you would like to learn more about our Flight Nurse positions, please contact William Park, Flight Nurse Manager via 0427 679 610. The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply. The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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