Why Kalano Flexible Aged Care Service?
Kalano Flexible Aged Care Service provides culturally safe, community-focused care to First Nations elders in Katherine. As a NATSIFAC-funded service, Kalano supports residents to age with dignity, respect, and connection to culture. This is an opportunity to work in a close-knit, values-driven environment where your contribution has a direct and meaningful impact.
What’s the role?
As a Registered Nurse, you will deliver person-centred, low to medium-level clinical care while leading and supporting care staff on shift. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure residents receive safe, high-quality, and culturally appropriate care.
The role includes clinical responsibilities such as medication management, wound care, assessments, and care planning, alongside contributing to quality improvement, documentation, and staff support. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with rotating shifts.
What’s in it for you?
Salary from $85,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience
Salary sacrifice and meals entertainment card
Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Supportive team environment with strong community connection
Opportunity to work in a culturally meaningful and rewarding aged care setting
Ongoing professional development and involvement in quality improvement
Eligibility to apply for the NT Thrive Grant – Relocation and Wellbeing support – up to $7k
What you need to be successful
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Demonstrated nursing experience, ideally in aged care
Strong clinical skills in medication management, wound care, assessments, and care planning
Experience delivering person-centred care and supporting informed decision-making
Excellent communication skills and ability to work respectfully with First Nations elders, families, and communities
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and provide clinical leadership
Additional requirements:
Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent recognised qualification
Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards and compliance requirements
Strong organisational and documentation skills
NT Driver’s Licence, National Police Check, and Ochre Card (or ability to obtain)
Current influenza vaccination
Commitment to cultural safety, continuous improvement, and professional development
How to Apply?
Please submit Resume and a Cover Letter addressing your suitability for the role.
Want to find out more about this opportunity? Please contact Lauren Lester on (+61) 08 8982 1002 or email [email protected].
