Enrolled Nurse (Level 2), Cherry Creek

Barwon Health; Geelong; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff wellbeing

Employee Assistance Program (24/7)

Salary packaging

Living expenses cap

Meals & entertainment cap

Job summary

Barwon Health is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to provide high-quality health care to young people detained at Cherry Creek Youth Justice Precinct in Geelong. The role supports a collaborative multidisciplinary team in a state-of-the-art facility with 24/7 nursing coverage and a seven-days-a-week primary care clinic.

You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, delivering consumer-centred care, aligning with best-practice standards, and contributing to health outcomes for youth in

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Delivery 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.

Skills

AHPRA Enrolled Nurse registration

Communication skills

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Willingness to learn

Job description

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 ofconsumer centred care that meets best practice standards and in line with Barwon Healthrequirements.


• Provide quality consumer care using an evidence-based approach in consultation with the registered nurse and other members of the health care team.

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 on-site 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.

Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction

A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Attractive salary packaging benefits

Living expenses capped at $9,010

Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

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)