Registered Nurse Level 1 - Justice Health Service

Canberra Health Services; Canberra; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Salary packaging

Flexible hours

Relocation reimbursement

Job summary

Canberra Health Services’ Justice Health Service is seeking a Registered Nurse Level 1 to join the Canberra Hospital multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on high quality primary health care for individuals within the justice system and offers a supportive work environment.

Full-time or part-time temporary 6-12 months with potential extension or permanency, salary $82,993 to $108,780 plus 12.5% super, and relocation assistance for interstate candidates where approved.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality primary health care in custodial/justice settings.
• Work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team across custodial settings.
• Commit to delivering equitable, patient-centered care and outcomes.

Job description

Registered Nurse Level 1 - Justice Health Service

Employment Type: Full Time, Part Time Temporary 6-12 months with possibility of extension and/or permanency
Classification: Registered Nurse Level 1 (PN38644)
Salary: $82,993 - $108,780 (Plus 12.5% Super)
Location: The Canberra Hospital
Section: Justice Health
Closing Date: 8 October 2026

What can we offer you:

• City living without the traffic - click here to see why you should live in Canberra.
• Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital.
• Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions.
• Flexible working conditions.
• Reimbursement of relocation expenses for interstate candidates (subject to review and approval).

About the Role:

Join Justice Health Services and make a real difference in a unique and rewarding clinical environment. This role provides high-quality, evidence-based primary health care to people involved in the justice system, working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team across custodial settings. If you are a motivated clinician who thrives in a diverse and dynamic workplace, values equity in healthcare, and is committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:

• Comply with Canberra Health Services Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination policy.

Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‑based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region.

Our Vision: creating exceptional health care together Our Role: to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values: Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind

CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply.

The new state-of-the‑art Building 5 is now officially open at Canberra Hospital. This 44,000sqm, nine-storey facility, the largest healthcare infrastructure project in the Territory's history, delivers cutting‑edge acute clinical services. Building 5 seamlessly integrates with existing campus buildings, ensuring smooth public access, patient transportation, and efficient logistics.

If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Donna Gainsford at 02-51242***.