Registered Nurse – Primary Healthcare (Cairns Health Centre)

About the role

Join a multidisciplinary team at the Cairns Health Centre, located on HMAS Cairns, to deliver high‑quality primary healthcare to Australian Defence Force members. This casual, onsite role offers predictable hours and a supportive environment where you can make a real impact on the health of service personnel.

Key responsibilities

• Provide primary healthcare services including health assessments, vaccinations, and injury recovery support.
• Collaborate with general practitioners, physiotherapists, mental health clinicians, and dental professionals.
• Manage chronic conditions and deliver preventative care to Defence members.
• Work casual shifts Monday to Friday, typically 07:00‑16:30, with a half‑day on Friday.

Required profile

• Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum one year of RN experience in acute care, primary health care, or a military setting.
• Current CPR certification (HLTAID009).
• Australian citizenship (baseline security clearance).
• Commitment to continuing professional development and patient‑centred care.

Required skills

• AHPRA registration
• CPR certification (HLTAID009)

What we offer

• Work‑life balance with predictable hours and holiday leave.
• Safe, respectful environment focused on health‑focused patient cohort.
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team where you feel valued.
• Civilian role supporting Defence mission without uniform.
• Practical perks such as free parking, scrubs, and wellbeing resources.