Regional Child and Youth Health Nurse

Red Lily Health | Darwin (servicing West Arnhem region)

$123,800 – $134,300 + super + incentives | Full-time

The Red Lily Health Board Aboriginal Corporation (RLHB) is a regional health service committed to empowering Aboriginal people across West Arnhem. We deliver culturally safe, community-controlled healthcare to improve long-term health outcomes for children, families, and communities.

About The Communities

Red Lily Health Service delivers primary healthcare across four unique West Arnhem communities. Our service footprint includes

Gunbalanya (Oenpelli) on the edge of Arnhem Land,

Jabiru in the heart of Kakadu National Park,

Minjilang on beautiful Croker Island, and Warruwi on South Goulburn Island. Together, these communities are home to strong Aboriginal cultures, diverse languages, breathtaking landscapes, and deep connections to Country, offering a truly rewarding remote health experience.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver culturally safe, family-centred care across remote communities
• Lead regional child health programs including screening, immunisation, and health checks
• Coordinate and deliver school screening programs across the region
• Support and build capability of remote clinical teams
• Provide clinical leadership, mentoring, and training to nurses and Aboriginal Health Practitioners
• Monitor program performance, KPIs, and contribute to service planning and improvement
• Work collaboratively with Health Centre Managers and multidisciplinary teams.

What We’re Looking For

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Extensive experience in child health and remote clinical practice
• Strong understanding of Aboriginal health and culturally safe care
• Experience in primary health care programs and remote service delivery
• Proven leadership, training, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications in Child Health or related disciplines
• Experience as a Remote Area Nurse
• Experience managing or supporting multidisciplinary teams
• Background in Aboriginal community-controlled health services
• Knowledge of NT clinical protocols and health programs.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary $123,800 – $134,300 + super + incentives
• Penalty rates, on-call allowance, and remote incentives
• Salary packaging up to $18,550 (NFP benefits)
• Generous leave entitlements + professional development leave
• Darwin-based role with regular travel to remote communities
• Opportunity to influence regional child health programs and outcomes
• Supportive leadership team and strong clinical governance
• Meaningful work improving health outcomes for children and families

About You

• Experience in remote healthcare settings in Australia
• Strong remote clinical experience and leadership capability
• Confident working across multiple communities and stakeholders
• Commitment to culturally safe practice and continuous improvement
• Willingness to travel by air and 4WD to remote communities
• Ability to work autonomously and support dispersed teams

How To Apply

Apply with your resume and a short cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Click Apply now to join our team.

For further information about Red Lily Health Board, visit www.redlily.org.au or email ***email_hidden***.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and suitable candidates may be progressed prior to the closing date.

Only successful candidates will be contacted.