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This role may qualify for the NSW Health Rural Workforce Incentive Scheme. As an important member of a local community, you will gain life experiences and receive additional incentives. Apply today!#ruralhealthincentives

This vacancy is eligible for an Attraction and Relocation package* with the following:

• Attraction incentive: a Rural and Regional fortnightly allowance of up to $10,000 annually.
• Retention incentive: up to $5,000 thereafter annually.

· Up to 3 months’ accommodation assistance: e.g., rent payments, mortgage re-payments, commercial accommodation payments, etc. (for applicable roles)

* Payments and reimbursements made to part-time employees are on a pro-rata basis.

Position Title:Registered Nurse (RN2-8), Primary Care - Various - Wellington Correctional Centre - Incentives Offered

Just the placeto grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most!

If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes.

Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career.

The Role

We’re currently looking for a qualified Registered Nurse currently registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (AHPRA) and at least one full year of nursing experience.

The Registered Nurse performs reception screening and comprehensive health assessments on persons received into custody whilst assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing management.

Our location, team, and service

With famous caves, colonial heritage, tranquil gardens and a beautiful lake, Wellington is perfect for explorers and adventurers of all ages. Enjoy bushwalking and mountain biking in the Mount Arthur Reserve and fun water sports on Lake Burrendong, which has a towering dam you can walk across.

Reporting up to a passionate Nurse Unit Manager, you will work alongside a dedicated multi-disciplinary teamcomprising of primary care, drug & alcohol and mental health services. Working within a well-regarded clinical care team, you will enjoy the support of an on-site Clinical Nurse Educator as well as a team of nurses focused on providing quality care to some of our society's most vulnerable & disadvantaged. You will have access to significant education & training avenues within a working environment that encourages internal career development & progression opportunities.

Your salary of $35.33 - $49.60 per hour (+ super and leave loading) is just the beginning. You’ll also have access to:

• Additional allowances of up to $3.88 per hour
• Option to work 12 or 8 hour shifts
• Access to salary packaging benefits
• A fitness passport (if you’re eligible) + Access to ADOs (if full time)
• Free onsite parking to minimise your commute time
• Fantastic training & education opportunities available

Diversity & Inclusivity

We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.

The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the below targeted questions:

1. Can you share a specific example of a challenging clinical situation you encountered and how you responded to ensure the best possible patient outcomes?
2. How do you approach providing culturally sensitive care to a diverse patient population?
3. What motivated you to pursue a career in nursing with NSW Health, and how do you see yourself contributing to the organisations mission and goals?