Job Description
Registered Nurse – Correctional Health Permanent Opportunities | Full-Time | Shift Work | Melbourne's West
Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a role where every day brings variety, clinical challenge and the opportunity to make a genuine difference?
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.
This is an excellent opportunity for nurses looking to broaden their clinical experience, develop new skills and work in an setting where your contribution can have a meaningful impact.
About the Role
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.
Your responsibilities will include:
Conducting comprehensive nursing assessments and developing appropriate care plans
Providing evidence-based primary healthcare and nursing interventions
Administering medications and treatments
Monitoring and managing acute and chronic health conditions
Responding to urgent and emergency clinical presentations
Supporting health promotion, preventative healthcare and patient education
Working closely with GPs, Nurse Practitioners, allied health professionals and other members of the multidisciplinary team
Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
Contributing to a safe, secure and therapeutic healthcare environment
Supporting a broader continuity-of-care approach for patients




The environment 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.
What We're Looking For
We're interested in hearing from Registered Nurses who bring strong clinical skills, sound judgement and a genuine commitment to patient care.
To be considered, you will have:
Current AHPRA Registered Nurse registration
Relevant nursing experience in areas such as acute care, emergency, mental health, aged care, primary healthcare orcorrectional/forensichealth
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team
Excellent communication and clinical documentation skills
The ability to work professionally within a secure and structured environment
Current immunisation status in line with role requirements
Previous correctional or forensic healthcare experience is highly regarded, but is not essential.
Nurses from a range of clinical backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
What's On Offer
Full-time permanent opportunities
Competitive salary and applicable shift allowances
Additional benefits associated with shift and weekend work
Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
Career progression within a growing healthcare environment
Supportive multidisciplinary team
The opportunity to develop specialised experience in correctional and forensic healthcare
A role where your nursing expertise can make a meaningful difference

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