Prison Health Nurse: Balanced Shifts, Diverse Care, Growth

Department of Corrections NZ; Upper Hutt; On-site; NZD 77,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Corrections NZ (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) is seeking a Registered Nurse for Rimutaka Prison in Upper Hutt. The role offers a balanced schedule with no night shifts and a diverse practice across primary and mental health care, emergency response, and health education within a corrections setting.

You will deliver comprehensive primary health services, assess health needs, and work with Māori and whānau in a culturally competent framework.

Qualifications

• Recent clinical experience in primary or secondary health care nursing.
• Post-graduate clinical exposure across diverse settings.
• Ability to assess and respond to emergency situations.
• Motivation to continue learning and advance professionally.
• Non-judgemental approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive range of primary health care services.
• Assess and manage individuals with physical and mental health needs.
• Respond to emergencies and provide acute care.
• Deliver health education and support within a corrections health setting.

Skills

Emergency care

Primary health care

Triage experience

Cultural competence

Education

Nursing Council of NZ registration

Annual Practising Certificate

NZ Driver Licence

Job description

Department of Corrections NZ (Ara Poutama Aotearoa) is seeking a Registered Nurse for Rimutaka Prison in Upper Hutt. The role offers a balanced schedule with no night shifts and a diverse practice across primary and mental health care, emergency response, and health education within a corrections setting.

You will deliver comprehensive primary health services, assess health needs, and work with Māori and whānau in a culturally competent framework.