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Registered Nurse
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Registered Nurse providing clinical and mental health support to detainees, including assessments, medication management, crisis intervention, and care coordination within a multidisciplinary team.
About this role
Registered Nurse
Healthcare Australia (HCA) is a major provider of healthcare services across Australia, including allied health, primary care, recruitment, NDIS, care services, and training.
In December 2024, we began providing health, mental health, and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network. Our team of nurses, general practitioners, and allied health professionals offer a range of healthcare services, including health assessments, chronic disease management, health promotion, wound management, immunizations, and other primary health interventions. HCA also launched a 24/7 Virtual Care Centre (VCC), offering remote healthcare through telehealth and video consultations to enhance onsite care for detainees.
Are you a passionate and dedicated Registered Nurse looking for flexible work that fits your lifestyle? Whether you're balancing study, family, or other commitments — we have an opportunity for you to join our team!
This is a casual employment opportunity.
Join us in bringing a new approach to medical and wellbeing care for detainees by:
- Providing clinical and mental health support for people in detention with mental health presentations including complexity and risk, development of mental health recovery plans, medication management, referrals and discharge planning.
- Working closely with the multidisciplinary team, and relevant key stakeholders to facilitate the provision of coordinated mental health care and treatment.
- Undertaking the timely completion of mental health assessments including formulation, risk assessment, psychological treatment, crisis intervention, crisis management plans, outcome measures, documentation of progress in the electronic medical record system, discharge summaries and other required documentation and activities as required.
Let’s talk about you:
You’ll hold current AHPRA registration and relevant qualifications, with at least five years of clinical experience (hospital and community nursing). Qualification, experience and interest in Mental Health (Trauma Informed Care), along with a strong commitment to person-centred care is highly desirable.
Bring your passion to HCA and be rewarded with:
- Birthday leave – this is your paid, special day off to celebrate, relax and make the most of your birthday!
- A chance to work within a well-respected Australian organization with over 1000 employees, including doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals.
- Exposure to a variety of clinical settings
- Competitive hourly rates
Apply now and take control of your work-life balance while making a meaningful difference in healthcare.
If you have any questions or further assistance about the role, please contact Jeannie on jeannie.agbayani@healthcareasutralia.com.au
Veterans are encouraged to apply. At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and committed to providing a safe working environment.
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All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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