Nurse Practitioner Complex Care

4 days ago

Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia Department of Health Full time $175,892 - $182,860 per year

Nurse Level 6 - Remuneration Package Range

$175,892 - $182,860

Population Health Outreach Services

Angurugu, Nhulunbuy

One full time ongoing vacancy is available, working in Alyangula, Angurugu and Umbakumba.

An amazing opportunity is available within the East Arnhem Population Primary Health Care team to work as part of a multidisciplinary health team and engage closely with other service providers.

As the Nurse Practitioner, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) program on the four communities in the Groote Eylandt Archipelago, requiring close collaboration with the RHD unit in Darwin as well as agencies such as NT Cardiac.

You will work closely with the Remote Area Clinic staff including Remote Area Nurses, Clinic Managers and General Practitioners to provide a proactive and preventative approach to service delivery in this high priority program.

To be successful, you will have:

  • Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia with endorsement as a nurse practitioner.
  • Successfully completed an NMBA-approved Master's program of study leading to endorsement as a nurse practitioner, or a program determined substantially equivalent by NMBA.
  • A postgraduate qualification at Australian Qualifications Framework Level 8 in a relevant clinical field.

The Benefits

  • Great career and lifestyle opportunities
  • Competitive wages and salary packaging
  • 6 weeks annual leave
  • 3 weeks personal leave
  • 12% superannuation
  • Fares out of isolated location (FOIL) 3 per year
  • Furnished accommodation supplied.
  • Uplift at beginning and end of contract
  • Freight allowances

Housing for this position is based in Alyangula, Groote Eylandt (Australia's third largest Island) which has a population of approx. 1,500. It has all essential services including a school, a primary health care clinic, shopping complex, childcare centres, recreation club, nine-hole golf course and sporting facilities

Please note: Housing may be in Nhulunbuy and frequent travel to Groote Eylandt may be required.

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Lifestyle and community

Alyangula is a fantastic place to live, learn and work. It is known for its pristine natural and marine environment, spectacular scenery, Aboriginal art and culture. Groote Eylandt )

Groote Eylandt is in the East Arnhem region - known for its beautiful beaches, amazing culture, relaxed lifestyle, and invigorating wildlife trails.

The Northern Territory offers an enviable lifestyle and work-life balance that allows you time to explore picturesque landscapes and culturally significant sites, enjoy the array of food, arts and culture. The Territory is a rich melting pot of cultures with a strong community spirit, making it a great place to live, work and make new friends.

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:

Tessa Lake on or ,or Naomi Gallagher on or

Quote vacancy number: 43106

Closing date: 23/09/2025

Applications should consist of a one page summary sheet, resume / CV and copies of relevant qualifications.

For a copy of the Job Description or to view career opportunities in the Northern Territory Government please visit

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