Registered Nurse Youth Detention Centre

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Superannuation 12.75%

Flexible work options

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

West Moreton Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to deliver primary health care to young people aged 10–18 in detention centers. You will manage medications, wound care, and health screenings with a focus on adolescent health and education.

Applicants should have active AHPRA registration and be willing to work within a multidisciplinary team, with strong communication and documentation skills. Vaccination requirements apply and flexible work options are available.

Qualifications

• Active AHPRA registration is required.
• Experience with adolescents or corrections is advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary health care to youths aged 10–18 in detention settings.
• Administer medications and manage wound care.
• Conduct health screenings and deliver health education with an adolescent focus.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team to support wellbeing.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Adolescent health

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Health education

Information systems

Education

RN qualification

Job description

About West Moreton HealthWest Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.What it's like to work with us | West Moreton HealthAbout the roleRegistered Nurses provide primary health care to all young people aged 10-18 accommodated at the Youth Detention Centres. This nursing lead practice manages the daily health care needs of the young people with compassion and professionalism. Daily tasks include medication administration, wound care, health screening and health education with an adolescent focus.Experience in adolescents and/or Paediatric Health would be beneficial. However, it is also an opportunity for a Nurse looking for a change from a hospital environment to a primary health care environment where they can use their skills to support the health and wellbeing of young people.What we're lookuing forOur ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:Contemporary clinical knowledge in the area of primary health care nursing, delivering competent nursing care in complex situations while providing support to other team members. Clinical experience in corrections, primary health care, emergency or rural and remote health would be highly regarded.Ability to comprehensively assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care.Ability to build and maintain strong relationships, open communication and a positive environment within a multidisciplinary team, actively contributing to the learning and development of others to a high standard.Demonstrated high standard of written and oral communication skills.Ability to use or learn to use information systems appropriate to the position.Ability to provide clinical education and support.A commitment to ongoing professional development and contribution to quality improvement processes.Mandatory RequirementsVaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).Why choose usPurposeful work that makes a meaningful impact.Professional development opportunities.Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.To applyFor further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.