Nursing Officer - Australian Defence Force - HealthCareer

First listed on: 01 August 2022

Nursing Officer

Your role:

You’ll start your career in Navy fully qualified in your profession but through Navy’s specialised training you’ll gain more skills. The work you’ll do is rewarding, and will make a difference to the lives of the people who serve Australia.

As a Generalist, adult Medical/Surgical, Perioperative, Intensive Care or Emergency Nurse, you'll serve in a variety of well-equipped Defence facilities and regularly work alongside Army and Air Force colleagues, in Australia and overseas.

This role will enable you to use your skills and resolve to provide expert care in unique environments and with a large degree of autonomy in practice. You will provide primary health care, triage and specialist skills to Defence personnel. You may also have the opportunity to maintain clinical skills through employment in civilian hospitals (dependent on unit requirements).

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary package, career stability, opportunities for continuous progression and an adventurous lifestyle – all while making a difference to Australia.

Benefits:

  • Free medical and dental
  • Competitive salary package
  • Incremental salary increases as you progress through training and ranks
  • 16.4% superannuation
  • Job security
  • Career progression and development
  • Good work/life balance
  • Travel opportunities
  • Excellent social and fitness facilities
  • Subsidised housing
  • Balance of shore and sea postings
  • Great chef made meals at sea
  • Variety of allowances

Salary:

Upon completion of your initial military and employment training, you’ll enjoy a salary package starting from $87,989.

Apply Now:

Apply today or request more information by calling Zac Creece on 07 3016 2313 or emailing applications@dfr.com.au.

For this role, you must be an Australian Citizen and have unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA and have a minimum 2 years recent experience.

Visit the link below for the full position description:

https://navy.defencejobs.gov.au/jobs/nurse