Aboriginal Community Public Health Nurse Position

5 days ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia beBeeCommunity Full time $90,000 - $120,000
Public Health Nurse Opportunity

Gurriny Yealamucka Health Services is seeking a dedicated Public Health Nurse to join their team in Yarrabah, Cairns. As a key member of the community health program, you will play a vital role in improving the health and wellbeing of the local Aboriginal community through proactive, culturally responsive, and evidence-based public health initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement effective public health programs that address the unique needs of the Aboriginal community
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community members to deliver comprehensive nursing care and services
  • Provide education and training on health promotion, disease prevention, and management
  • Conduct contact tracing and consultation for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs)
  • Work closely with the Community Board of Directors to ensure culturally appropriate and autonomous primary health services

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the principles of Aboriginal community control and cultural identity
  • Clinical knowledge and expertise in delivering nursing care and services within a primary health care setting
  • Interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills capable of influencing outcomes
  • AHPRA registration and commitment to complying with Australian Nursing and Midwifery Competencies, Code of Ethics, and Code of Conduct for Nurses
  • Availability during clinic hours (8:00am - 4:30pm) Monday to Friday
  • Commitment to maintaining ongoing CPR certification and holding a current Queensland driver licence

Benefits:

  • Competitive remuneration package including salary-sacrifice options
  • Travel allowance to support daily commute
  • Generous leave arrangements including 'birthday leave' and additional gazetted special holidays
  • Lifestyle friendly hours
  • Cultural and organisational orientation

Other Requirements:

  • Agreement with and commitment to observing and upholding organisational mission, vision, and values
  • Willingness to contribute to continuous quality improvement in clinical services and capability development of peers and students

The successful candidate will have a strong passion for working in Indigenous health and a commitment to delivering high-quality care and services to the local community. If you are a motivated and experienced Public Health Nurse looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, please submit your application.

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