Enrolled Nurse

Recruit Shop Pty Ltd; Castlemaine; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salaries with loadings and other}

Generous leave

Professional development

Paid study leave

Safety-focused workplace

Job summary

GEO Healthcare is seeking Enrolled Nurses to work in Victoria's public prisons, delivering primary health services to men under supervision of Registered Nurses.

Roles are full-time or part-time with an Enterprise Agreement, base salaries plus loadings, and generous leave and development opportunities. Onsite only; includes transition program and ongoing professional support.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Demonstrated recent and substantial clinical nursing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care.
• Demonstrated competence in clinical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the professional practice within the health facility.
• Demonstrated competence in written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates basic level of computer literacy.
• Clinical experience in a primary health care is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Health and Safety principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurses in prison settings.
• Deliver health services and document patient information accurately.
• Contribute to professional practice within the health facility.
• Collaborate with the prison healthcare team to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain safety and confidentiality standards.

Skills

AHPRA registration

Clinical nursing experience

Plan and coordinate patient care

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Written and verbal communication

Basic computer literacy

Education

AHPRA Enrolled Nurse registration

Job description

Join the Provider of Healthcare Services to Mens' Public Prisons across Victoria.
Opportunities fo r Full-Time or Part-Time Enrolled Nurses at the Loddon or Middleton Prison.

Attractive Base Salaries, Loadings and Allowances. Generous Leave and Professional Development Benefits.

About the roles

GEO Healthcare provides primary healthcare to men in Public Prisons across Victoria.

Enrolled Nurses employed by GEO Healthcare work under the supervision of Registered Nurses to deliver high quality patient care to men in Victoria’s public prisons.The Enrolled Nurse delivers health services which enhances and promotes the health of people in prison through evidenced base, comprehensive and professional nursing care within a prison setting.

Opportunities exist for Full -Time or Part-Time Enrolled Nurses at Loddon or Middleton Prison

Enrolled Nurses will be employed under the terms of an Enterprise Agreement. Terms and conditions provided by this Agreement include:

• Enrolled Nurse Full -Time salary range $74,566.55 - $77,411.09 (adjusted pro rata for part-time).
• Competitive Shift and Weekend Allowances.
• Generous annual leave, long service leave and ‘continuing professional development’ leave benefits.

A transition program to support your orientation and practice within the corrections environment is available to all new nurses who have not previously worked within corrections, setting you up for success.

For more information on this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities, please click the appropriate link below:

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as an Enrolled Nurse.
• Demonstrated recent and substantial clinical nursing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate patient care.
• Demonstrated competence in clinical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work within multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the professional practice within the health facility.
• Demonstrated competence in written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates basic level of computer literacy.
• Clinical experience in a primary health care is desirable.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity and Workplace Health and Safety principles.

Other Requirements of the role:

• Ability to work within a prison setting, which will involve direct contact with people in prison associated with the delivery of healthcare.
• Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.
• Onsite working (no hybrid or remote working).

About GEO Healthcare

GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.

GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.

We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values:Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.

Company Benefits Overview

The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities.

• GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.

Financial & Career Benefits

• Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
• Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
• Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
• Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
• Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
• Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.
• Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
• Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
• Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
• Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
• Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees

Work-Life Balance

• Rotating rosters: Work shifts that fit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
• Uniform provided: Full uniform provided so you never have to worry about what to wear to work.
• Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.

Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:

Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application). Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months

People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply!

We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:

UNDERSTANDING RESPECT ACCOUNTABLE TEAMWORK EXCELLENCE