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Child Health Nurse
Posted: 14 Oct 2025
Location: Thursday Island QLD
Make a lasting impact where it’s needed most
Contract Dates: ASAP – 7 November 2025 📍 Location: Thursday Island
Medacs Healthcare is seeking an experienced Child Health Nurse to deliver vital care to families in the Torres Strait. This short-term contract offers the chance to work in a culturally rich, remote community where your skills will be truly valued.
🌟 Why Join Medacs?
💰 EXCLUSIVE FOR OCTOBER: Earn up to $1000 sign-on bonus for new Remote Area Nurses (T&Cs apply)
🤝 Real Support: Our team includes nurses who’ve lived and worked remotely — we understand your journey
🧭 Flexible Start Dates: Your work-life balance matters
💼 Competitive Pay & Salary Packaging
✈️ Travel & Accommodation Covered
🎁 Referral Bonus: Earn rewards when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)
🚀 Streamlined Onboarding: We make it easy to get started
👩⚕️ About the Role You’ll provide essential maternal and child health services, including immunisations, early childhood development support, and family wellbeing initiatives. This role is based in a primary healthcare setting, working closely with local families and health teams.
✅ What You’ll Need
Current, unrestricted AHPRA registration
Minimum 5 years’ experience in Child & Maternal Health
Immunisation competency
ALS (completed within last 12 months)
PALS certification
Postgraduate qualification in Child Health
Highly desirable: Sexual Health and Neonatal experience
📩 Ready to Apply? Send your CV to delta.stinton@medacs.com Want to learn more? Call Delta Stinton on 📞 0423 362 433 for a friendly, confidential chat. If you can’t do these dates but are interested in a similar position please reach out!
Join Medacs and help shape healthier futures for children and families in the Torres Strait. Your next adventure starts here. 🌴