Job Description
Registered Nurse – Correctional Health Permanent Opportunities | Full time | Shift Work | Melbourne's West
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Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a role where every day brings variety, clinical challenge and the opportunity to make a genuine difference?
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Our client is seeking Registered Nurses to join a multidisciplinary healthcare team delivering high-quality primary healthcare within a secure correctional environment in Melbourne's western suburbs.
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This is an excellent opportunity for nurses looking to broaden their clinical experience, develop new skills and work in an environment where your contribution can have a meaningful impact.
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About the Role
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Working as part of a collaborative clinical team, you will provide comprehensive nursing care to a diverse patient population, supporting both acute presentations and ongoing health needs.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Conducting comprehensive nursing assessments and developing appropriate care plans
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Providing evidence-based primary healthcare and nursing interventions
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Administering medications and treatments
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Monitoring and managing acute and chronic health conditions
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Responding to urgent and emergency clinical presentations
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Supporting health promotion, preventative healthcare and patient education
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Working closely with GPs, Nurse Practitioners, allied health professionals and other members of the multidisciplinary team
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Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
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Contributing to a safe, secure and therapeutic healthcare environment
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Supporting a broader continuity-of-care approach for patients
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The setting provides exposure to a broad range of healthcare presentations and services, making this a strong opportunity for nurses who enjoy variety and want to expand their clinical capability.
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What We're Looking For
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We're interested in hearing from Registered Nurses who bring strong clinical skills, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to patient care.
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To be considered, you will have:
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Current AHPRA Registered Nurse registration
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Relevant nursing experience in areas such as acute care, emergency, mental health, aged care, primary healthcare or correctional/forensic health
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Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
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The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team
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Excellent communication and clinical documentation skills
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The ability to work professionally within a secure and structured workplace
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Current immunisation status in line with role requirements
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Previous correctional or forensic healthcare experience is highly regarded, but is not essential.
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Nurses from a range of clinical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
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What's On Offer
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Full-time permanent opportunities
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Competitive salary and applicable shift allowances
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Additional benefits associated with shift and weekend work
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Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
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Career progression within a growing healthcare environment
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Supportive multidisciplinary team
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The chance to develop specialised experience in correctional and forensic healthcare
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A role where your nursing expertise can make a meaningful difference
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