Katherine West Health Board

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Nurse Vaccinator.This position is well suited to someone with eligible registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a general registered nurse and possess a current practicing certificate with at least 2 years’ post graduate experience with demonstrated clinical skills and competencies applicable to remote area nursing, who has an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values, and commitment to the advancement and self-determination of Aboriginal communities. 

Established in 1998, Katherine West Health Board is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that provides a range of clinical, preventative and public health services to clients in the Katherine West Region of the Northern Territory. With four major health care centres and a range of satellite centres, KWHB services an area over two times the size of Tasmania (162,000km²), helping to improve the health and wellbeing of some of the most remote communities in Australia.

Applications close 22 August 2025.

Full time non-continuing contract until 30 June 2026

Position Description

About the Opportunity

This position requires a strong understanding of the principles of primary health care, evidence-based immunisation practice, and the importance of culturally responsive and trauma informed engagement with Indigenous clients and communities.

Responsibilities will include (but not limited to):

• Travel to remote communities and engage with local staff and community members to maximise availability and uptake of vaccines.
• Provide vaccinations, information, and follow-up for clients within the region, in accordance with NT immunisation schedules and guidelines.
• Work harmoniously and in partnership with other health professionals and health disciplines to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to healthcare.
• Maintain information systems required for the effective management for clients, manage recall lists for clients requiring vaccination.

The successful candidate will enjoy an attractive remuneration of RAN 1 - RAN 3 (negotiated based on skills, qualifications and experience) PLUS super and a range of benefits, which include: 

• Relocation & repatriation assistance
• Salary sacrificing 
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Daily travel allowance when working away from Katherine
• Thorough workplace training and orientation 
• Fantastic professional development opportunities and allowances
• Flexible work and leave options

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

Additional Information:  

• If you would like to chat further about this opportunity, please contact our KWHB Human Resources Team by calling (08) 8971 9300 or emailing hr@kwhb.com.au
• The start date can be negotiated pending the requirements of the suitable candidate. 
• Find out more about working for Katherine West Health Board here.