Remote Area Nurse

Remote Area Nurses – Northern Territory
$85–$95ph + Super + Penalties | Flights + Accommodation Covered | July Start (4-8 week contracts) - up to September

Ready for your next remote contrac

DNA Nursing is currently partnering with Aboriginal Medical Services and remote clinics across the Northern Territory, from regional hubs through to some of Australia’s most unique and rewarding remote communities. We’re looking for experienced Remote Area Nurses who are confident, capable, and ready to make a genuine impact where it matters most.

With contracts available ASAP, we have a range of 4–8 week placements, along with longer-term rotations for those wanting to extend their time in the Territory.

What’s on offer

• $85–$95 per hour + Super + Penalties
• On-call and overtime opportunities
• All flights and accommodation arranged and covered
• DNA uniform provided (your choice of purple or navy)
• 24/7 support while on placement – we know remote, and we’re always on call if you need us
• Seamless onboarding, travel coordination & credentialling support

The role

You’ll be working in remote primary healthcare settings, delivering essential care to communities with limited access to services.
Your day-to-day may include:

• Chronic disease management & care planning
• Emergency response & triage
• Primary health presentations across all age groups
• Immunisations & health checks
• Autonomous clinical decision-making in remote settings

What you’ll need

• Proven Remote Area Nursing experience
• ALS (Advanced Life Support)
• REC & MEC (requirements vary slightly by location)
• Immunisation certificate
• AHPRA registration
• National Police Check (within 12 months)
• Working With Children Check
• Two recent clinical references
• Full compliance documents (100 points of ID, qualifications etc.)

Why work with DNA Healthcare?

We specialise in remote nursing placements, it’s what we do best.

Our team manages everything behind the scenes, from flights and accommodation to credentialling and ongoing support, so you can focus on delivering high-quality care on the ground.
We stay connected with you before, during, and after every placement, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

If you’ve been thinking about heading remote, or you’re ready for your next contract, I’d love to chat 😊

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Consultant

Sorcha O'Connor

Consultant - Primary Healthcare Nursing

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******************************************************************************************************************> Meet Sorcha, an experienced recruiter who has recently joined DNA Healthcare’s Primary Healthcare Nursing team, specialising in rural and remote locum nursing placements across Australia. ‎ ‎ Originally from Ireland, Sorcha brings a strong work ethic, resilience, and a genuine passion for helping people into her recruitment approach. Her focus is on supporting Aboriginal Medical Services and underserved communities, where access to quality healthcare professionals is critical. ‎ ‎ Sorcha understands that working in rural and remote settings takes a certain kind of nurse, not just clinically capable, but adaptable, independent, and genuinely committed to making a difference. She takes the time to get to know her candidates properly, ensuring they’re not only clinically suited, but also the right fit for the community they’ll be supporting. ‎ ‎ For clients, Sorcha is highly proactive and solutions-focused. She knows the challenges that come with staffing remote services and works tirelessly to source reliable, high-quality nurses who can step in and add real value from day one. ‎ ‎ Her positive mindset, strong work ethic, and personable nature make her easy to work with, while her commitment to doing things properly ensures both clients and candidates feel supported throughout the entire process.

Reference number: BH-16572
Profession:Nursing - Public HospitalRural & Remote

Company: DNA Medical
Date posted: 30th Apr, 2026