Job Details
Primary Health Care Nurse
Cape York is calling!
Zenith Search has multiple Registered Nurse contracts available with an AMS in Far North QLD, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Cape York.
With a range of contract dates available from September through December, there are options for nurses looking for a shorter placement or wanting to stay through to the end of the year.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working within an Aboriginal Medical Service, you’ll provide holistic primary health care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities as part of a multidisciplinary team.
The Benefits
- $85 per hour
- Flights provided
- Accommodation provided
- Mid-placement break in Cairns after 3 weeks
- Flights and accommodation for the Cairns break fully provided by Apunipima
- Opportunity to gain valuable Aboriginal community health experience
- Experience working across unique Cape York communities
What We’re Looking For
- Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration
- Previous experience working within an AMS/ACCHO environment
- Communicare experience
- Ability to work confidently in a remote/community setting
- Strong clinical and communication skills
- Commitment to culturally safe and holistic care
Current Contract Dates
Lockhart River
- 14 September – 23 October
- 26 October – 4 December
- 7 December – 24 December
Mossman Gorge
- 28 September – 6 November
- 9 November – 24 December
Napranum
- 6 October – 13 November
- 16 November – 24 December
Mapoon
- 12 October – 20 November
- 23 November – 24 December
Coen
- 12 October – 20 November
- 23 November – 24 December
Aurukun
- 2 November – 18 December
Ready for Cape York?
If you’re an experienced RN with AMS/ACCHO and Communicare experience and you’re looking for your next short-term contract, get in touch with Zenith Search today.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, please contact Laura Flynn – Recruitment Consultant at Zenith Search on 0485036363 or email your updated resume to laura.flynn@zenithsearch.com
Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we’ll be in touch.

