Registered Nurse - Custodial Health (Dame Phyllis Frost Centre)

Western Health Australia; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Scholarships and grants

Job summary

Western Health invites experienced nurses to join the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre in Melbourne. The role offers ongoing, part-time or full-time opportunities with RN Grade 2 classification, competitive benefits, and salary packaging.

You will provide compassionate, evidence-based care and work within a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. The position emphasizes professional development with access to Western Health Learning Academy, opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical

Qualifications

• 3+ years nursing experience in acute hospital, correctional facility, primary care, or related specialty.
• Recent clinic experience and proficiency in general and clinical knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team including Corrections Victoria.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality patient care aligned with Western Health values.
• Communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team for best patient outcomes.
• Support, mentor and promote ongoing learning and professional development for staff.
• Participate in quality improvement projects within the unit.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Adaptability

Triage

Teamwork

Education

RN Registration

Job description

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time

Grade: Grade not specified

Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 9074

• Location: Dame Phyllis Frost Centre(Ravenhall)
• Employment Type: Part-Time or Full-Time, Ongoing
• Salary: RN Grade 2 + Superannuation + Salary Packaging

At Western Health, specifically at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre (DPFC), we’re on a mission not just to meet standards, but redefine them. We’ve increased hours for our RN team because we believe that providing exceptional health care is not just a job; it’s a calling. We’re searching for additional nurses to join our stable and dedicated team, and we want someone who shares our passion for exceeding patient expectations.

• Primary Care e.g. General Practitioner, Women's Health
• Primary Mental Healthcare
• Population Health
• Advanced Care Planning
• Medication Management
• Diagnostic Services – Radiology and Pathology
• Allied Health Services
• Medical Aids and Equipment
• Access to Specialist Services in the Community
• Ensure safe and high quality, evidence-based patient care is planned and delivered that is in line with Western Health values (Cares - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety), policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure best care for patients.
• Promote and maintain a positive workplace culture that supports teamwork.
• Support, mentor and promote ongoing learning and professional development for all staff within the unit.
• Actively participate in quality improvement projects for the source.

About you:

• A minimum of 3 years’ nursing experience (not including placements, please specify in cover letter)within either:
• An acute hospital setting;
• A correctional facility;
• A primary care clinic; or
• Other relevant specialty (women's health, alcohol; and other drugs services, mental health).
• Recent clinic experience and proficiency in general and clinical knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability to thrive in a dynamic and demanding environment with the ability to work with a big range of multidisciplinary team including working with Corrections Victoria.
• Proficiency in Nursing Triage and problem-solving and effective workload management.
• Experience working in custodial health, women’s health, primary health settings, alcohol; and other drugs services, mental health or other relevant specialty.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive salaries, flexible work options, and wellbeing programs.
• Scholarships and grants to support ongoing learning.

Learning and Development

• Access personalised pathways through the Western Health Learning Academy.
• Opportunities for postgraduate study, clinical education, and mentorship.

Community Impact and Inclusion

• Make a difference through compassionate care in a diverse, inclusive workforce.Contribute to community wellbeing initiatives and healthcare research.

Organisational Culture and Environment

• Work in a collaborative, innovative team focused on continuous improvement and excellence.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re passionate about making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Closing date: 11:59pm on 11 November 2026.

Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact Kelly Nicholson (Acting Nurse Unit Manager) via [e-mail] .

Western Health is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with lived experience that strengthens their ability to do this work.

Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).

Western Health is committed to the psychosocial safety of all applicants and employees.

Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 11.59pm