Kowanyama isn’t just a workplace – it’s a chance to make a valuable contribution, develop deep professional satisfaction, and live an adventure like no other. If you're ready to step up to the challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

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Permanent Full Time positions available!

Ready for a meaningful role that starts with a yarn? Abby Conry, 0427 645 437 would love to hear your story and answer any question you may have about the role.

Professional and personal motivators:

Are you ready for a role that's as challenging as it is rewarding? We're seeking passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse's to join our dedicated team in Kowanyama, a remote Aboriginal community on the western coast of Cape York Peninsula.

As a Clinical Nurse in Kowanyama, you'll work at the heart of a close-knit and culturally rich community, delivering comprehensive primary health care services. You'll be part of a collaborative team that thrives in a dynamic and resource-limited environment.

What You'll Experience:

• Remote Living: Embrace life off the beaten path – no traffic, no hustle, just open skies, community connection, and the serenity of nature.
• Clinical Challenge: Work autonomously and apply a broad scope of practice - every day is different.
• Cultural Insight: Build genuine relationships and deepen your understanding of Indigenous culture and health.
• Professional Growth: Gain unparalleled clinical experience that will enrich your skills and broaden your perspective.

Torres and Cape will give you a career with purpose, plus excellent benefits and allowances;

• Base salary comprising between $107,960.00 - $115,604.00  per annum– you may be eligible for additional benefits – refer to Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service
• Competitive salary packaging: Generous employer superannuation contribution of 12.75% and salary packaging options Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
• Generous leave entitlements including 17.5% loading on annual leave
• Professional Development: Our training is recognised as some of the best in the world
• Relocation and accommodation incentives
• Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package 

Living within the Torres and Cape region means you will be able to enjoy: 

• Immersing yourself in nature, from the outback to tropical rainforests, coral reefs and extraordinary landscapes.
• Short commute to work, allowing greater work/life balance
• Rich Indigenous Culture
• Imagine yourself here? Find out about Torres and Cape HHS and the Torres Strait and Cooktown and Cape York regions on the Tropical North Queensland website.
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Take the Road Less Travelled

Kowanyama isn't just a workplace – it's a chance to make a valuable contribution, develop deep professional satisfaction, and live an adventure like no other. If you're ready to step up to the challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Discover more by reading the role description attached.

Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage

How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 2 Map Info (PDF, 907KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  3 RANIP Recruitment Flyer 2023 (PDF, 282KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  4 TCHHS Nursing & Midwifery Booklet (PDF, 3.85MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  TC637206_Job description (PDF, 289KB)
  Role Description