KWHB's vision acknowledges the distinct and diverse identity of their people and communities, ensuring member communities are involved in the planning, development and implementation of their health programs. Our holistic services are designed to promote the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of the person and their community.

Remote Area Nursing 

Position Description

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Remote Area Nurse to join their team for an opportunity in the Katherine West region in the NT. Remote Area Nurses work as part of a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team in a remote health care centre and provides the highest standard of nursing care for clients through the provision of comprehensive primary health care services. 

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Provide quality primary health care to individuals, families, and the community 
  (including outstations as required) within own competency level, KWHB endorsed 
  protocols and the CARPA Manual in order to meet expected client needs. 
• Participate in the after-hours on-call roster to meet community emergency needs.
• Promote and support Aboriginal Health Practitioners (AHP's) as the primary health 
  providers in community to facilitate the delivery of culturally appropriate health care
• Support and participate in Quality Improvement activities within the Health Centre to 
  enhance the safety and effectiveness of care.
• Maintain information systems required for the effective management of clients.

About the Benefits

This is an amazing opportunity to utilise your skills and passion to make a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia.

In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidates will enjoy an attractive remuneration RN3/1 - RN3/4 (negotiable based on your skills and experience) PLUS super and a range of benefits, including: 

• Salary sacrificing.
• 6 weeks annual leave.
• Daily travel allowance when away from home.
• Fantastic professional development & ongoing training.
• Flexible work and leave options.
• Relocation assistance.

Christmas & New Year Bonus (see About the bonus)

• Work both periods and earn up to $1,000 extra
• Work Christmas OR New Year only and earn $500

About the Bonus

Effective date:  24/12/25
Applies to: On call clinical shifts across KWHB Health Centres

1) Purpose

This bonus is designed to support service continuity during the Christmas and New Year public holiday periods, and to recognise staff who are available and complete on‑call work during these peak times.

2) Bonus Amounts

• $500 for completing eligible on‑call work during the Christmas period;
• $500 for completing eligible on‑call work during the New Year period;
• Up to $1,000 total if eligible on‑call work is completed in both periods (cap applies—see Section 6).

Note: The bonus applies only to on call shifts (including recall where applicable). Ordinary rostered shifts that are not designated on call are not included.

Katherine West Health Board is a child-safe organisation, committed to child safety and wellbeing in accordance with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. KWHB is striving to ensure a supportive working environment which places child safety and wellbeing at the forefront of our service delivery. We are committed to embedding child safety practices throughout our organisation and undertaking continuous improvement to prioritise the safety of all children who come into contact with our organisation, staff, and services.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge whilst making a positive difference.