Region – Registered Nurse – ACT Health Centre –
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ACT Base, Canberra , ACT Healthcare
Are you a passionate nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in a unique primary healthcare setting?
We're seeking Registered Nurses who are keen to join a multidisciplinary team and deliver high quality care to Defence members
What's on offer
Work-life balance
– predictable hours, finish on time, Christmas & New Year Leave
Safe, respectful workplace
– professional, health focused patient cohort
Collaborative team
– feel valued and supported in a multidisciplinary team
Quality patient centred care
– make a real impact
Civilian role –
be part of the mission without wearing the uniform
Practical perks
– free parking and scrubs
Wellbeing support
– mental health resources and lifestyle discounts
About the XX Health Centre
Home to the Department of Defence Headquarters, Airforce Headquarters and Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA) which is a tri-service military academy.
The Health Centre opened mid-**** and is a large facility.
It services approximately **** military personnel, including trainee officers from both ADFA and Royal Military College.
There is a 24-bed low dependency ward which operates 24/7.
Services provided include primary medical, aviation & underwater medical, nursing, dental, mental health, pharmaceutical and physiotherapy.
Defence Force Recruitment for medical officers is in addition to health centre roles.




Standard hours of operation are generally ********* Monday to Friday (depending on role requirements and specific craft groups required for weekend and on-call shifts).
What you'll do
Deliver high quality primary healthcare, including health assessments and vaccinations or monitor and manage patients in a low dependency ward setting
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, including general practitioners, physios, mental health clinicians, and dental professionals
Support Defence members through injury recovery, chronic condition management, and preventative care
What you bring
Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Minimum one year Registered Nurse experience in acute care, primary health care or military setting
Current CPR certification (HLTAID009)
Australian Citizenship required (Baseline Security Clearance)
Commitment to CPD and ethical, patient centred care
Ability to work a 24/7 roster
This role is primarily Monday to Friday (day shift) within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
LEAVE THIS IF ROLE IS OPD ONLY
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.
Interested?
Contact Krista Lucre on ************ or ****** for a confidential chat.
Apply now.

📌 Registered Nurse (Canberra)
🏢 Serco
📍 Canberra