Primary & Aboriginal Healthcare Recruitment
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Primary & Aboriginal Healthcare Nursing Across Australia
Australia is experiencing a critical shortage of nurses, with Primary Health Care and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs) among the hardest hit. In remote and regional areas, the need is especially urgent—many clinics rely on locum or fly-in-fly-out staff just to keep services running. Even in metro areas, demand continues to grow as more patients seek culturally safe care, chronic disease management, and preventative support.
For nurses, this field offers more than a job, it’s a chance to take on greater responsibility, lead community health initiatives and work at the heart of care delivery. Whether it’s managing complex chronic conditions, running outreach programs, or being the sole nurse on-site, the scope of practice is wide and meaningful.
We place nurses into Aboriginal Medical Services, community-controlled health organisations, metro-based Indigenous health centres, mobile outreach teams, correctional health, and community programs across the country, connecting you to roles that offer purpose, challenge and impact.
Why DNA for Primary & Aboriginal Healthcare Nursing?
At DNA Nursing, we take a relationship-first approach to recruitment because placing nurses in Primary and Aboriginal Healthcare settings isn’t just about filling shifts, it’s about cultural alignment, clinical fit and long-term impact. We invest time in understanding each health service, its community, and the unique dynamics that shape care delivery on the ground.
Our nurses are fully credentialed with AHPRA registration and the relevant training for remote or Indigenous health settings. We look for professionals with at least two years’ experience across multiple Aboriginal Health placements, ensuring they bring both adaptability and understanding. Every placement includes end-to-end logistical support, cultural briefings, and onboarding managed by our in-house team. We also offer mentorship opportunities with experienced remote health nurses and are in the process of covering CRANAplus membership for our dedicated team members.
With over eight years in rural and Indigenous health recruitment, hundreds of placements nationwide, and a 15-strong team behind every match, DNA Nursing is trusted by AMSs, PHNs, and health departments to deliver quality, culturally safe staffing solutions—backed by genuine care and deep sector experience.
Our Primary & Aboriginal Healthcare Solutions
Roles We Recruit For in Primary & Aboriginal Healthcare
Remote Are Nurses (RANs)
Practice Nurses
Child & Maternal Health Nurses
Mental Health Nurses
Immunisation Nurses
Community Health Nurses
Sexual Health Nurses
Nurse Practitioner
Health Services: How We Help You
Health services and Aboriginal Medical Services face ongoing challenges in maintaining a stable nursing workforce, particularly in remote regions where high turnover, geographic isolation, and the need for culturally competent care can strain service delivery. Delays in recruitment often lead to gaps in continuity, placing extra pressure on teams and impacting patient outcomes.
DNA Nursing responds quickly and thoughtfully. With a national talent pool built over eight years, we can deploy credentialed, remote-ready nurses when and where they’re needed most. We work closely with services to plan rosters in advance, supporting continuity of care and patient trust. Our team manages credentialing, compliance, and logistics, while tailoring recruitment strategies to local needs. Whether you’re looking for short-term relief, temp-to-perm solutions, or a consistent workforce plan, DNA Nursing helps you deliver reliable care, without compromise.
Nurses: How We Support You
Nurses drawn to Primary and Aboriginal Healthcare are often looking for more than just a job. They want purpose, autonomy and the chance to make a real difference. Whether it’s the opportunity to support health equity, work independently in expanded roles, or connect with communities across Australia, these placements offer professional challenge and personal reward. Many of our nurses also enjoy the flexibility of choosing contract length and location, along with access to rural incentives and competitive pay.
At DNA Nursing, we tailor placements to your goals and experience, support you with travel and accommodation logistics, and provide access to cultural training and peer support. We’re also working on formalising mentorship opportunities from experienced nurses in the field. From free uniforms to weekly pay and an upcoming referral program, we’re focused on making sure you feel supported, before, during and after every placement.
DNA Healthcare success stories
We’ve had the pleasure of placing thousands of healthcare professionals at hospitals and organisations across Australia. Hear about their experience with DNA Healthcare.
Beverley Anne from DNA Medical Recruitment was a pleasure to deal with. Honest, efficient and professional at all times.
Doctor
Beverley is the best agent for me – she responds efficiently, goes above and beyond in finding me the most suitable shifts, checks up on me to make sure I’m okay almost daily and you can tell she genuinely wants the best for you. Thank you so much, Beverley, for making everything so smooth for me!
Doctor
I couldn’t recommend Bev the team at DNA Recruitment more highly.
Having been away from hospital practice for 2 years, I was a little nervous stepping back into acute medicine. The team were very understanding and supportive and found a well-paid locum job in a very welcoming team in a Regional Hospital. There was always good communication, arranging all the paperwork and constantly checking in to see how the job was going, and the accounts team were very happy to work with my requests to enable sacrifice of pay to increase Super contribution.
A great experience. I would recommend to any who are looking to engage in locum practice to contact DNA Recruit.
Doctor
Bev was recommended to me by another doctor, and I can see why. From our very first contact, she has been warm, encouraging, and extremely helpful. I’ve had some difficult personal circumstances, which I was afraid would affect my ability to work. Bev has gone above and beyond to find me work, and been incredibly supportive throughout the process.
I’ve worked with several locum agencies in the past, and most of them just do the bare minimum (which I don’t begrudge). But Bev has been an absolute joy to have as my agent, and I’ve already referred another colleague to her. Even Veronika in payroll has been very helpful, friendly, and accommodating. I haven’t worked with anyone else in DNA Recruit, but so far I have only good things to say about them.
Doctor
Thank you Bey you’re adorable. I’m sure you appreciate how competitive the recruitment market is and it’s no secret i have dealt with several agencies (who often advertise the same opportunities) – but one by one shed them in favour of you because in addition to being so damn professional you have a genuine bedside manner which helps to make the tedious process of organising things trip after trip that bit easier – a fact which has not gone unnoticed, and I am grateful for.
Anaesthetic Locum
Thank you Bev, you are amazing! I am impressed with how quickly you managed and sort things out! Thanks for advocating for me.
Doctor
DNA Medical Recruitment provide a warm, caring service to Doctors, and they are an absolute pleasure to deal with. Bev is my consultant, and I could not ask any more of her. She is always ready to help, nothing is an issue and she bends over backwards to ensure that I am moving to a position that suits me. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending DNA to any of our colleagues, whether it be nursing or medical. Thank you Bev for all that you do.
Doctor
I have worked with David over the last year and he is professional, reliable and always keeps me up to date with work matters. David also responds to emails and phone calls promptly which assists me with managing my work schedules. There were occasions in which David had to chase the primary employer for clarification few hours be for my shift, and David has come through with the necessary clarification. I would highly recommend David’s leadership and honesty when it comes to managing your locum placement.
Anaesthetic specialist
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