Clinical Nurse - Remote Area Flexible Agreement (Kowanyama)

Remote Area Flexible Agreement – 6 weeks in community, 6 weeks approved time away - Temporary Full Time nursing position available for a 12 month temporary contract.  

Tell me more... We are introducing the Remote Area Flexible Agreement to trial sites within Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service.

We are looking for Queensland based nurses who are looking for a worklife balance option to work remotely in Community on a remote area flexible agreement. We are currently trialling 6 weeks in community and 6 weeks approved time away (at home).

70% of Torres and Cape HHS patients identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. We strongly encourage Queensland based Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander nurses to apply for this flexible arrangement as better patient outcomes are achieved with cultural experience and knowledge.

These temporary Remote Area Flexible Agreement positions are available at Kowanyama. 

Travel and accommodation is part of the agreement!

For more information, a RAFA information sheet is attached (to be read with the role description) and we're happy to answer any questions you have as this is a new workforce initiative for Queensland Health, and you may have some questions 😊

If you make the move to a Torres and Cape remote location, you may be eligible for up to $70,000 in relocation benefits. Please refer to the guideline located on the Attraction Incentives website to view eligibility and conditions.

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

• Refer to the Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service  
• Professional Development
• Remote locality allowance
• Remote Area Nursing Incentive Package (RANIP) - RANIP Professional Development Leave and Isolation Bonus (pro-rata) is part of the Remote Area Flexible Working Agreement!

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. See Torres Strait Islands geographical map (PDF) / Cape York geographical map (PDF)
• 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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Discover more by reading the role description attached.

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

Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.

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