Flight Nurse
About the Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia / Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)
We are trusted leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. Our five-year Strategic Plan is focused on growing as an innovative, responsive and better-connected health service provider for all Australians.
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About this Opportunity
Reporting directly to the Flight Nurse Manager, as the Flight Nurse, you will be working at the forefront in delivery of aeromedical health services for the interhospital transfer contract with opportunities in primary response, intensive care, obstetrics and trauma services, including emergency retrievals, as part of our high-performance aeromedical team.
We believe our people – all of our people – keep the Royal Flying Doctor Service flying.
Specifically, you will:
· Be motivated to actively demonstrate and reinforce our values.
· Enjoy working collaboratively with other professionals to provide high quality health care in a remote environment.
· Work in a diverse, fulfilling and rewarding environment.
About You
You are:
· An AHPRA Registered Nurse
· A Midwife with Emergency and/or Intensive Care Nursing qualifications.
· Professional in your manner and approach.
To be considered for the role you require:
· Previous experience in a similar role.
· Emergency and/or Intensive Care Nursing qualifications.
· Previous experience in the indigenous context will be highly regarded.
Our Benefits
As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. The RFDS offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged. In addition, we also offer:
· Hybrid working arrangements.
· Free onsite parking.
· Remote allowances for working in rural and remote areas
· Employee Assistance Program
· Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
· Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including:
· packaging up to $15, 899 of your salary towards loans, rent and bills
· packaging of an additional $2,650 of your salary via a meal and entertainment card.
Further Information
To access the position description, please click here.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the position, please contact Barbra White, Flight Nurse Manager via 0488 981 868.
For a confidential discussion in relation to the recruitment process, please contact Matilda Gilfillan, Talent Acquisition Partner via (08) 8238 3309.
Applications close at 11:59pm on 1 December 2023.
Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.
The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more. Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible!
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.
