Exciting new opportunity for Enrolled Nurses

- Make a real impact by supporting young people’s health and wellbeing in a unique Youth Justice setting
- Be part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team with access to state-of-the-art facilities and services
- Enjoy ongoing career development with permanent part-time opportunities and 24/7 nursing support

About the Role The role of the Enrolled Nurse is to provide high-quality health care services to young people detained at Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliverey of consumer centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Health requirements.
- Provide quality consumer care using an evidence-based approach in consultation with the registered nurse and other members of the health care team.
- Under delegation support medication rounds at Cherry creek.

What we’re looking for
- Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse, with a recognised nursing qualification
- Demonstrated communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
- High motivation and willingness to learn, with computer literacy and a commitment to organisational values and supporting young people

Barwon Health is partnered with the Department of Justice and Community Safety to provide the health care service at the Cherry Creek Youth Justice Centre. Cherry Creek is a 140 bed Youth Justice Facility to the west of Werribee in the vicinity of Cherry Creek that accommodates males between 15-17 years of age, both sentenced and on remand.

The services delivered include emergency response (with support from the Barwon Health Virtual ED), primary care beds, integrated mental health, drug and alcohol services, allied health, general practice and specialist medical care as required.



There is 24/7 nursing coverage in office as well as a 7-days a week primary care clinic. Diagnostic (pathology and imaging) and pharmacy is also be available on site.

The health care is integrated in the operations of the Centre and is primarily operating from a state of the art purpose built health facility.

The team deliver best practice culture, processes and operations. This is how we ensure Cherry Creek enhances the outcomes we achieve for the young people in our care and the community.

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

- Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
- A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

- Extensive professional development opportunities

- Attractive salary packaging benefits
- Living expenses capped at $9,010

- Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For more information about working at Barwon Health, please click Here

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA community.

Child Safety

Additional information

All appointments are subject to:

- Satisfactory Police Record Check

- Immunisation Status Clearance

- Working with Children Check (if applicable)

To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description. Please note: We do not accept resumes via email.

📌 Enrolled Nurse (Level 2), Cherry Creek (Geelong)
🏢 Barwon Health
📍 Geelong