Registered Nurse and Midwife

Take to the skies with RFDS! Deliver dedicated care & ensure access to life-saving medical services.

Classifications

• Healthcare & Medicine
• Nurse / Midwife
• Full-time

Key points

• Join a proud and passionate team improving the health of the people of QLD
• Relocation offered (7K) + Remote area allowances ($260 per week)
• Full-time role, across Aeromedical and Primary Health Care.

Description

Join the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) and make a meaningful impact with an iconic for-purpose organisation dedicated to delivering patient-centred healthcare and aeromedical services to regional, rural, and remote communities.

We are seeking a Flight Nurse (Midwifery) to join our Charleville team—delivering emergency retrievals, inter-facility transfers, and primary health care (PHC) services to some of Queensland’s most remote and unique communities.
As a Flight Nurse (Midwifery), you’ll:

• Provide emergency retrieval and inter-facility transport services.
• Deliver care in critical situations across a wide range of clinical presentations, including trauma, emergency, cardiac, neurology, obstetrics, paediatrics, and neonates.
• Support child, family, and women’s health, including shared antenatal care.
• Provide chronic disease management, health promotion, and early intervention programs.
• Deliver culturally appropriate primary health care services

This is a full-time, maximum-term (12 months) position, working 14 shifts per month.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is dedicated, resourceful and confident working autonomously in a dynamic, ever-changing environment. You’ll thrive as part of a respected, collaborative team, taking pride in supporting people through challenging times and building lasting relationships along the way. In addition, you will have:

• Registration with AHPRA as both a Registered Nurse and Midwife.
• 5 years’ post-graduate nursing experience (FTE).
• 3 years’ FTE experience in a critical care environment (within the last 7 years).
• 3 years’ FTE experience in a Primary Health Care setting.
• Current ALS2, PALS, and Neonatal Resuscitation certification (or the ability to obtain).
• Rural and remote nursing experience, with an understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health needs.
• Ability to work in the confined space of a small aircraft and deliver care independently.

Highly regarded:

• Immunisation endorsement.
• RIPRN (Rural and Isolated Practice Endorsement).
• Postgraduate qualifications in areas such as Child & Family Health, Chronic Disease, Diabetes Education, Lactation, or Cervical Screening.

  
Why Join the RFDS Charleville Team?

At RFDS, you’ll be driven by purpose, not just tasks. You’ll work with a close-knit, highly skilled team where no two days are alike. Outside of work, you’ll enjoy the warmth of outback hospitality and the natural beauty of southwest Queensland. By joining our team, you will:

• Receive a competitive salary from $142,046.31 + super, plus salary packaging up to $18,550 (tax-free).
• Remote area package: Rent Assistance ($260 per week).
• Gratuity ($3,923) and remote payment ($4,688) after 12 months.
• $7,000 relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive orientation program.
• Employee Assistance Program (wellbeing, financial, nutrition, and legal support).
• Private health insurance discounts & novated leasing options.
• Complimentary uniform allocation and access to our Fitness Passport program (staff and family discounts for gyms and health centres).

Life in Charleville

Discover star-filled skies, vast landscapes, and welcoming communities in the heart of Outback Queensland. Charleville offers the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure—from fishing, rodeos, and festivals to exploring rich history and unique wildlife. With warm weather and a vibrant local spirit, it’s a place to slow down, recharge, and truly feel at home.

How to Apply

Applications close 17 October 2025, but shortlisting may commence earlier—so don’t delay!

For more information, contact Yasmine Haimes, Talent Acquisition Lead – 0407 626 498 | recruitment@rfdsqld.com.au or Jo Mahony, Nurse Manager – Aeromedical & PHC – 0428 412 653.

Please ensure your resume clearly outlines your job titles, dates, departments, FTE details, and scope of experience.

Successful candidates will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing, credentialing, and provide evidence of immunisation against vaccine-preventable diseases. A current, unrestricted driver’s licence and ASIC card are also required.

The RFDS acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the land. We are committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in healthcare and welcome people of all backgrounds, faiths, sexual orientations, and gender identities.