RN AOD

Healthcare Australia; City of Hume; Sur place; AUD 100 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-On Bonus

Birthday Leave

Salary Packaging

Onsite Parking

Weekday Schedule

Supportive Team

Career Development

Training Opportunities

Résumé du poste

Healthcare Australia in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Drug and Alcohol (AOD) Registered Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team at the Melbourne Immigration Detention Centre. The role operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm, within a primary care framework to support individuals facing substance use challenges.

You will conduct assessments, develop care plans, administer medications, and provide harm-reduction education while collaborating with mental health, security, and external

Qualifications

• AHPRA RN (Div 1) with postgraduate AOD qualification and 5+ years' AOD experience, or 7+ years' specialist AOD nursing experience.
• Experience in high-security or detention settings is desirable.

Responsabilités

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with drug and alcohol-related needs.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to each individual.
• Administer medications safely, including detoxification protocols when required.
• Provide education and support on harm reduction, relapse prevention, and recovery strategies.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mental health professionals, security staff, and external services.

Connaissances

AHPRA RN (Div 1)

AOD Nursing Experience

Compassionate Care

Formation

Postgraduate AOD Qualification

AHPRA Registration (Division 1)

Description du poste

We're offering a $4,000 sign-on bonus for compassionate and experienced Drug and Alcohol (AOD) Registered Nurses to join our multidisciplinary healthcare team at the Melbourne Immigration Detention Centre. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals facing substance use challenges while ensuring a safe and supportive setting, within a primary care framework.

Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 4:00pm

$4,000 Sign-On Bonus available for eligible candidates*

Requirements

AHPRA Registered Nurse (Division 1) with either a postgraduate AOD qualification and 5+ years' AOD specialty experience, or 7+ years' specialist AOD nursing experience.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of individuals with drug and alcohol-related needs.
• Develop, implement, and review care plans tailored to each individual.
• Administer medications safely, including detoxification protocols when required.
• Provide education and support on harm reduction, relapse prevention, and recovery strategies.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including mental health professionals, security staff, and external services.

Let's Talk About You!

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (Division 1) with either a postgraduate qualification in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) and at least 5 years' AOD specialty experience, or a minimum of 7 years' specialist AOD nursing experience. Experience in substance use or AOD nursing is essential, while experience in high-security or detention settings is desirable. Strong communication skills and a compassionate, non-judgemental approach are highly valued.

Why You'll Love This Role

• $4,000 Sign-On On Bonus*
• Paid birthday leave
• Salary packaging & novated leasing via Smartgroup
• Free onsite parking
• Monday to Friday roster - enjoy your evenings and weekends
• Join a well-respected Australian healthcare organisation with 1,000+ clinicians across medical, nursing and allied health
• Work within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team that genuinely values nursing expertise
• Access ongoing training, clinical supervision and career development opportunities

If you're ready to take the next step in your AOD nursing career while making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

*Terms and conditions apply to the $4,000 Sign-On Bonus.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

At HCA, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace for everyone.