Nurse Level 4 Remuneration Package Range $140,786 - $151,125
(including salary $120,114 - $130,347)
+ allowances
Nhulunbuy Community Care Centre
Full time, Fixed to 29/01/2026
Nhulunbuy, Northern Territory

Provide social, emotional, and clinical support to students and families.

Contribute to the development of school-based health programs and policies

Are you ready to work within a diverse team to improve youth health outcomes?

An exciting opportunity is available within the East Arnhem Population and Primary Health Care (PPHC) team for a Health Promotion School Nurse.

The Role

As the Health Promotion School Nurse, you will be part of the multidisciplinary PPHC team, based at Nhulunbuy High School and operating from the Nhulunbuy Community Care Centre. You will work closely with students from both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal backgrounds and collaborate with Education staff, Police, Miwatj Health, and other key service providers.

This is a rewarding role that supports the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of young people, underpinned by a strong health promotion and primary health care philosophy.

Key Duties

Deliver school-based health services and health promotion programs, including:

Curriculum-based, age-appropriate sexual health education

School immunisation programs in line with NT Health guidelines

First Aid training for students

Provide social and emotional support to students, referring to SEWB Officers as needed

Conduct specialist clinical outreach, health monitoring, and care for students and their families

Offer parenting support and early intervention strategies to support family wellbeing

Contribute to youth-focused, school-based health programs aligned with Primary Health Care and Health Promotion principles

Provide education and mentoring to PPHC staff and support professional development

Collaborate with external stakeholders to strengthen school–community partnerships

About you

To be successful, applicants will have:

Current or eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Strong clinical knowledge and skills, with excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to mentor and support staff, students, and graduates within a multidisciplinary team.

Experience in contributing to policy development and supporting organisational change.

Effective communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive matters with tact and diplomacy.

An understanding of social and cultural factors affecting healthcare provision for Aboriginal clients.

The Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Retention bonus

Salary packaging

11.5% superannuation

Generous leave entitlements

Relocation support

Fares Out of Isolated Location – FOIL - 2 per year

Accommodation provided.

Support to grow your career with professional development opportunities and allowances

Enjoy stable employment in the NT Government

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For further information about this vacancy please contact:
Naomi Gallagher on 0408 560 686 or [email protected]

Quote vacancy number: 6923
Closing date: 21/05/2025

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 https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/Search