Registered Nurses

About BRAMS

Established in 1978, Broome Regional Aboriginal Medical Service (BRAMS) was the first remote Aboriginal Medical Service in Western Australia. Our commitment to the core principles of Aboriginal self-determination, access, equity, empowerment and reconciliation is unwavering. As an Aboriginal community-owned and controlled health service, we strive to offer a holistic, culturally appropriate approach in all our services.

Our vision is one of Healthy People, Strong Communities, and Bright Futures.

We are experiencing a phase of expansion, with our client base doubling over the past three years. Our team comprises 15 dedicated Aboriginal health workers who play a crucial role in our efforts to align with our care model and work cohesively with the rest of our team.

For more information about BRAMS and our valuable service, check out our website here.

About the Opportunities

Are you seeking a new and varied challenge, working as part of a multidisciplinary team of dedicated health professionals? We are currently seeking Aged and Disability and Women's Health to join our team on a full-time, part-time and flexible basis!

As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for providing best practice, discipline-specific healthcare services to BRAMS' clients in a culturally sensitive manner.

Reporting to the Practice Manager, you will collaborate with other team members to ensure patients' medical and health needs are identified, appropriate care is delivered, and support is maintained in cohesion with relevant support services to optimise outcomes.

For further information on the roles and responsibilities, please see below:

Aged and Disability Nurse

Focus on caring for people with a disability and frail aged people to promote optimal independence, quality of life, and dignity in a safe environment.

Women's Health Nurse

Provide access to reproductive health services, cervical and breast screening, and increasing testing of STIs and BBVs in response to an outbreak in Broome.

About the Benefits

These are unique and enriching opportunities to provide vital health services to some communities that need them most, working with a dedicated, multidisciplinary team. 

You will be rewarded with a highly attractive salary circa $98,719 - $103,698 PLUS super (commensurate with skills and experience)! Additionally, we offer generous salary packaging options and five weeks of annual leave to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance and enjoy your downtime to the fullest.

It’s a fantastic time to join BRAMS during a period of exciting change. You will become an integral part of the local community in an environment that recognises and rewards hard work. 

• Comprehensive professional development with an experienced team at BRAMS;
• Pursue your specialisation and interest areas while gaining exposure to diverse clients, treatments, and experiences and;
• Experience an exciting opportunity for personal growth and contribution to the greater good!

Enjoy the benefits of a fantastic lifestyle opportunity with relocation assistance provided and annual airfares, allowing you to make Broome your new home! Join our team and enjoy a flexible, family-friendly work schedule with no weekends, just like the many satisfied parents who work around their children's school hours. 

About You 

To thrive in these roles, you will hold a relevant tertiary qualification and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA). As a Registered Nurse, you will bring your experience from Hospitals or Community Health.

You will demonstrate a proven commitment to the principles of primary health care while also possessing a comprehensive understanding of the health concerns impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Maintaining flexibility in your approach to care can help ensure that patients receive the best possible treatment and support.

In addition, you will excel as a collaborative team member, with exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities that can be adapted flexibly to interact effectively with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.

You should thrive in a team environment and prioritise collaboration over isolation. A solutions-focused mindset and a willingness to take on varied work, structured or non-structured, are essential qualities for this position.

Prior to commencement, you will need to have a National Police Clearance, Current Working With Children Check (WWCC), a Current Driver's License, and the ability to drive to communities as required. You must also be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

About Broome

With a rich history and extraordinary natural landscape, Broome is synonymous with the turquoise waters, red pindan soil and white sandy beaches that have drawn visitors from across the globe. You can sail, snorkel, or dive in their pristine waters, spot rare dolphins from their wide empty beaches, or adventure through the nearby ancient gorges to marvel at the vast untouched landscapes that make Broome truly unique.

However, there's a lot more to Broome than just tourism – with strong population growth and significant investment in infrastructure, it's quickly becoming a destination of choice for families and individuals who want to take advantage of the region's welcoming and laid-back lifestyle whilst enjoying all of the amenities and facilities of a modern town.

These are diverse and fulfilling roles making a difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Enjoy the perfect work-life balance you've been searching for - Apply Now!