Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation delivering primary health care and holistic health programs across a 162,000 km² region of remote Katherine West, Northern Territory. We take a whole-of-person approach to health and wellbeing — spiritual, cultural, emotional and family wellbeing included — and we're deeply committed to evidence-based, culturally appropriate care.

We're proud to prioritise the recruitment and retention of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, and we're building genuine career pathways for community members into clinical, leadership and support roles. Working with KWHB isn't just a job — it's a life-changing experience that will challenge your perceptions and broaden your understanding of remote Australia.

For more information, please visit our website: www.kwhb.com.au

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Sexual Health Nurse. This position is well suited to someone who is eligible for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a general Registered Nurse and possess a current unrestricted practicing certificate, with an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values, and commitment to the advancement and self-determination of Aboriginal communities. 

Summary of Position

The Sexual Health Nurse works as part of KWHB's Sexual Health Program to support the delivery of comprehensive, evidence-based and culturally safe sexual health and bloodborne virus (BBV) prevention, screening, treatment and management services in remote Aboriginal communities across the Katherine West region. Support innovative approaches to sexual health, including point-of-care testing, targeted screening and continuous quality improvement. Build the capability of local health care teams to strengthen confidence in providing sustainable sexual health services in remote communities. 

Position Description

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

• Work collaboratively with the Sexual Health Coordinator and community-based Primary Health Care Teams to support the implementation and delivery of KWHB's Sexual Health Program across the Katherine West region.
• Support the implementation and ongoing use of point-of-care testing (POCT) for syphilis and other sexually transmitted infections, including GeneXpert and other relevant technologies, through staff education, practical support and participation in testing activities, subject to appropriate training and competency requirements.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to health centre staff in the identification, management and treatment of STIs and BBVs, promoting evidence-based clinicalpractice and the application of relevant guidelines, including the CARPA Standard Treatment Manual.
• Use surveillance data, screening rates and other relevant clinical information, in collaboration with the Sexual Health Coordinator, to identify priority populations, service gaps and opportunities for targeted clinical activities.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement activities to enhance the accessibility, safety and effectiveness of sexual health services, including reviewing clinical practices, identifying gaps and supporting improvements in health centre systems and processes.
• Work collaboratively with health promotion teams, Aboriginal Health Practitioners and community stakeholders to support culturally appropriate sexual health promotion, community education and STI prevention activities.

What You will Receive:

In return, you'll receive an attractive remuneration package of $136,901 per annum (RN3.3) plus12% superannuation and a range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging opportunities
• Six weeks annual leave plus 18% leave loading.
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment that values collaboration, learning and growth.
• Ongoing professional development, training and capacity-building opportunities.
• The chance to build lasting relationships and cultural connection that will shape your career and perspective.

Applications close: 3 December 2026

Applications will be assessed as they are received and this advertisement may close earlier than the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

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.