• Unique opportunity to work in a spectacular region!
• Outstanding base salary of $110,156 PLUS allowances, accommodation, airfares & more!
• Enjoy 5 weeks leave per year PLUS isolation leave, giving you time to explore the magnificent sights of the Kimberley region!

About the Organisation

Kimberley Aboriginal Medical Services LTD (KAMS) is a well-established regional Aboriginal community controlled health service, founded in 1986, which provides centralised advocacy and resource support for 6 independent member services, as well as providing direct clinical services in a further 6 remote Aboriginal communities across the region.

KAMS has successfully delivered high-quality, accessible comprehensive primary health care services over its 22 years of operation and has provided innovation and national leadership in areas such as health information management and evidence based best practice in primary health care.

The Kimberley region is located in the northern part of Western Australia and covers about 421,000 square kilometres. The Kimberley has only three towns with a population of more than 2,000 (Broome, Derby and Kununurra), and the total population is around 37,000. In addition to the sealed Route 1 which runs along the southern part of the area, the unsealed Gibb River Road runs through the heart of the region from Derby to the highway near Kununurra. Access to much of the region is by dirt road, air or sea.

About the Opportunity

KAMS now has an opportunity for a Connected Beginnings Nurse to join their friendly, multidisciplinary team in the Bidyadanga, WA, on a full-time basis. Reporting to the Bidyadanga Health Centre Manager, you will be required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering culturally appropriate primary health care services, tailored to the needs of the community and to ensure the effective delivery of a broad range of clinical and population health services including child and maternal health services.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide culturally appropriate primary health care services including maternal and child health care and chronic disease prevention, detection and management and to support access to GP, specialist and allied and other health professionals;
• Identify risk factors including social and environmental factor’s that make some children more likely to experience poorer outcomes;
• Establish and strengthen partnerships and collaboration at the local, regional and national level to support, for example, cross-sectoral, holistic integrated care pathways;
• Provide support and enable access to comprehensive Universal Child Health Screening, support and referral for children aged 0-5;
• Assist with the planning, development and distribution of health promotion training and resources in maternal and child health for clients, the local community, and members of the health team.

The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse, who is registered or is eligible for registration with, AHPRA. You’ll have demonstrated experience in the planning, provision, management and evaluation of maternal and child health services within an Indigenous primary health care setting.

Ideally, you would have lived and/or worked as a Nurse in a remote area previously, with a commitment to the principals of an Aboriginal community controlled health service and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

A high level of integrity and a dedication to maintaining patient confidentiality will ensure you flourish in this position and have excellent knowledge and understanding of KAMS Model of care and issues affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.

Experience with clinical database systems and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel will be highly regarded. Due to the nature of this role, a current manual driver’s licence with the capacity to drive a 4WD is required.

To view the position description, please click here.

Please note: It is a requirement that successful candidates hold a current WA Working With Children Check, and be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to employment with KAMS.

About the Benefits

KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary of $110,156 plus super and a further host of benefits, including:

• District allowance $2,149 p.a.
• Annual airfares subsidy to the value of $1,285 p.a. (after 12 months of service)
• 5 weeks leave p.a.
• Retention Allowance $8,000 (after 2 years of continuous employment) 

Please note: 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!