Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse looking to make a meaningful impact? Join our dedicated team at Maryborough Correctional Centre, providing essential healthcare services within the prison environment. As a Registered Nurse within Prison Health Services, you will deliver comprehensive nursing care to inmates, focusing on mental health and specialised health needs.

Job details

Take a chance, progress your career and discover all that the Wide Bay has to offer.

Your opportunity:

• The Registered Nurse (RN) provides clinical and patient-centred care within the Prison Health Services, supporting the facilitation and provision of quality and cost effective nursing services which are consistent with contemporary standards and evidence-informed practice.
• Deliver timely holistic client care according to scope of practice, within a primary health care model in a prison health setting as specified by registration requirements, NMBA standards and codes, educational preparation, relevant legislation and context of care; and utilising policy, clinical guidelines and protocols; workplace instructions and the Corrective Services Act 2006.

Several Permanent Full Time (76 hours p.f.) and Permanent Part Time Positions (hours negotiable)

We encourage applications from First Nations nurses and midwives in line with Health Equity, Growing Deadly Families, and Hospital and Health Plan Strategies.

Find out more in the Role Description.

Our offer:

You will receive a competitive remuneration package value up to $121,107 p.a., comprising salary between $82,753 - $106,144 p.a. (f/t) or $41.74 - $53.53 p.h. (p/t), employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (Nurse Grade 5) (Several Permanent Full Time, 76 hours p.f., and Permanent Part Time Positions, hours negotiable) (Applications will remain current for 12 months). Job Ad Reference: H2508WB657230

Other benefits include:   

• Generous superannuation contribution (up to 12.75%)
• Annual Leave Loading (17.5%)
• Fantastic salary sacrificing benefits
• Professional Development Allowance 
• Professional Development Leave 
• Flexible work arrangements
• Lower cost of living

Discover Fraser Coast   

The Fraser Coast, known for its diverse, natural landscapes, laid-back lifestyle and mild climate, is located just a quick 45-minute flight north of Brisbane. This destination with a difference is the stepping off point to the World Heritage-listed Fraser Island, the location of incredible whale watching encounters and has arguably the safest family-friendly beaches in Queensland. Stroll along the Hervey Bay esplanade for alfresco cafes, shops, picnic areas, playgrounds and vibrant marina, or soak up the history and culture in the provincial city of Maryborough.   

How to apply:

The Role Description and Information Package provide specific information on how to apply for the advertised position. ***APPLICATIONS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED ONLINE***

 Join our Hospital and Health Service family and see what it's like to be in a supportive workplace with engaged teams working together to ensure

‘Care, connection and compassion for all'

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Document Preparation Guide (PDF, 3.57MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Launch your career with the WBHHS (PDF, 696KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Information for Nursing Applicants - 2023 (PDF, 293KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  H2508WB657230 - RD (PDF, 917KB)
  Role Description