Job description

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Employment Type: Various employment opportunities PPT & TFT Position Classification: Registered Nurse (RN2-8) Remuneration: $43.46 - $57.88 per hour + superannuation Requisition ID: REQ684701

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN2-8), Primary Care - Various: Temp FT-Perm PT - Shortland Correctional Centre

This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

We are Just the placeto grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

We are currently looking for a qualified Registered Nurse to join our Primary Care services at the Shortland Correctional Centre.

To be eligible to apply, you must have:

Current authority to practice as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA).

At least one full year of experience working as a Registered Nurse.

Our Location

No matter how you like to unplug from the world, the Hunter region has you covered. Take a road slowly travelled on horseback (Upper Hunter). Pitch a tent by a quiet river (Barrington Tops). Take a scenic drive, explore beautiful countryside, and discover great family attractions, such as Hunter Valley Zoo and Werakata National Park. Cessnock is the perfect place to disconnect.

Shortland Correctional Centre is a maximum-security facility for male offenders located on the Cessnock Correctional Complex in the Hunter Valley, 151km north-west of Sydney. The clinic covering Sectors 3-4 is perfect for any Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You will have the opportunity to expand your skillset and increase your responsibility. If you are looking to progress to the next stage of your career, then this is the role for you.

The Role

We're currently looking for a qualified Registered Nurse currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) and at least one full year of nursing experience.

The Registered Nurse performs reception screening and comprehensive health assessments on persons received into custody whilst assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing management.

Salary & Benefits

Your salary of $43.46 - $57.88 per hour (+ superannuation) is just the beginning. You'll also have access to:

Additional allowances that may apply

Access to salary packaging benefits

A fitness passport (if you're eligible)

Fantastic training & education opportunities available

A dynamic & varied working environment where no two days are the same

Diversity & Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. We're working with JobAccess and the National Disability Recruitment Coordinator (NDRC) to remove barriers in our recruitment process and build a more inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments to take part in this recruitment process, we're happy to discuss them with you.

Ready to Apply?

The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the following targeted questions:

Describe a situation where you identified an issue in a care process and implemented a solution to improve efficiency or patient outcomes.

In a busy and fast-paced healthcare environment, how do you prioritise your tasks and manage your time to ensure quality patient care?

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Applications Close: Sunday, 23rd of August - 11:59pm