Nurse Level 5 - Remuneration Package Range
$160,157 - $166,812 (including salary $136,235 - $143,391)
Population and Primary Health Care - Barkly
Tennant Creek
One full time vacancy is available, either ongoing or fixed for 2 years

As the Clinical Coordinator - Continuous Quality Improvement/ Professional Practice Nurse, you will support PHC staff in applying quality improvement processes and clinical standards using established systems and help develop activities aligned with best practice and the NT Aboriginal Health Forum Endorsed CQI Model. You’ll assist in managing resources, including clinical equipment procurement, and contribute to guideline development, policy interpretation, and change management to improve service delivery.

You’ll also travel to remote areas by road, light plane to stay for up to a week as required.

To be successful you’ll have:

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

Proven advanced clinical knowledge and skills, in Primary or Remote Health or related area supported by strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Proven proficiency in understanding and applying professional bodies of knowledge to provide advice and support

Experience supporting local/ regional policy development, interpreting policy and precedent, and contributing to change management initiatives.

Well-developed knowledge and understanding of social and cultural factors influencing the provision of health care

Ongoing appointment is subject to attainment of Graduate Diploma, or equivalent, beyond entry-to-practice in Primary or Remote Health Care or related area.

The Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Retention bonus

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12% superannuation

Generous leave entitlements

Relocation support

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:
Julie Pasilan on 08 8962 4462 or
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Quote vacancy number: 3862
Closing date: 30/09/2025

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