General Practice Nurse Covid 19 Vaccinations
About the RFDS (Central Operations)
We are leaders in providing aeromedical and primary health care services to people in remote, rural and regional locations across South Australia and the Northern Territory. As we head toward our 100th year of providing services, we launch a new strategic plan with a focus on becoming more specialised, more innovative and a better-connected health service provider.
About this Opportunity
RFDSCO is seeking Certified Immunisation Registered Nurses to assist with the provision of COVID 19 Vaccines to remote areas of the Northern Territory. Responsibilities include the administration of the Covid 19 vaccine (Pfizer) in accordance with legislative, industrial and RFDS policy requirements and standards. Where required, you will also be responsible for the monitoring and storage of vaccines and the maintenance of immunisation records and vaccine supplies.
About You
You will be an AHPRA registered nurse with community nursing experience, a Nurse Immunisation Certificate and a sense of adventure. Additionally, you have completed the Government Covid 19 vaccination training programme, ALS1 accreditation,basic life support or cardio pulmonary resuscitation training. A confident, independent practitioner, you also enjoy working as part of a team and your strong communication skills enable you to adapt easily to the needs of a variety of stakeholders.
Experience working in remote Australian communities would be an advantage but is not essential.
Why join us?
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 attractive remuneration, including salary packaging benefits, within a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged.
If you are keen to work in an organisation that makes a real difference to all Australians, apply now.
For the position description and to apply please click here.
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 people are strongly encouraged to apply.
The RFDS has mandatory vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
