Nurse Practitioner
Townsville, Queensland, AU, 4813
Are you an endorsed Nurse Practitioner looking to make an impact in a unique primary healthcare setting with no Medicare billing? Join our multidisciplinary team delivering advanced clinical care and high-quality support to Defence members, helping maintain the health and operational readiness of ADF personnel.
What’s on offer
- Full scope of practice – prescribe, refer, and manage patient care autonomously
- Structured environment with a focus on quality care over KPIs
- Quality patient centred care – longer appointments, no Medicare billing and dedicated admin time
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team including GPs, physios, mental health clinicians and dental professionals
- No shift work – enjoy predictable hours and work-life balance
- Civilian role – contribute to Defence without enlisting
- Practical Perks- Free parking & uniforms provided
- Wellbeing support – mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About Lavarack Health Centre
Lavarack Health Centre is located in Townsville at Lavarack Barracks, the largest Army base in Australia. It includes the Operational Deployment Force and facilities to undertake mission rehearsal exercises prior to deployment. The facility provides primary medical, underwater medical, surgical outpatient, dental, nursing, physiotherapy, mental health, and pharmaceutical care to approximately 8000 members. It also operates a 24/7 inpatient low dependency ward. The standard operating hours of the centre are generally 0700-1630 Monday – Friday
What you’ll do
- Cover planned an unplanned leave
- Provide comprehensive patient assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
- Prescribe medications and administer vaccinations
- Order and interpret diagnostic investigations
- Respond to emergency medical situations when required
- Refer patients to specialists and other healthcare providers
- Work in line with AHPRA standards, Defence policies, and clinical governance frameworks
What you bring
- Unrestricted registration as a Nurse Practitioner with AHPRA
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Nurse Practitioner in acute care, primary health, or military settings
- Current CPR (HLTAID009) certification
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
- Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
- A patient-centred, ethical approach to care
- Australian Citizenship -required for Baseline Security Clearance
Who we are
Serco supports governments by delivering essential services across defence, health, justice, maritime and community services.
Through our partnership with Bupa, we provide integrated on-base healthcare to Australian Defence Force personnel across 45+ locations.