Refugee Health Nurse in Melbourne

Permanent position (0.8 or 1.0 EFT) at the Asylum Seeker and Refugee Health Hub, Northcote.

About Cabrini Outreach:

Cabrini Outreach is the charitable arm of Cabrini, committed to advancing social justice, addressing inequality and improving access to healthcare for people seeking asylum and people experiencing disadvantage in Australia and overseas. The Cabrini Asylum Seeker and Refugee Health Hub provides free, compassionate primary healthcare and mental health support to people seeking asylum who are ineligible for Medicare or have no income. Our approach recognises the social and psychological factors that influence health and wellbeing. Through recovery-oriented and trauma-informed care, we work to understand and respond to the unique needs of individuals and families from diverse backgrounds.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Refugee Health Nurse / Practice Nurse (RN Grade 3) to join our dedicated team at the Cabrini Asylum Seeker and Refugee Health Hub in Northcote. Working alongside a collaborative team of nurses, general practitioners and other healthcare professionals, you will provide comprehensive primary healthcare to clients with diverse and often complex health needs. This is a nurse-led role that combines acute clinical care, chronic disease management, immunisation, health education and complex care coordination. You will use your clinical judgement, culturally responsive assessment skills and cross-cultural communication abilities to help clients navigate healthcare and access the support they need.

About you:

• You are an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse who is passionate about human rights, health equity and improving access to healthcare for vulnerable communities.
• You enjoy working autonomously while recognising the importance of collaboration, consultation and multidisciplinary care.
• You are culturally responsive, adaptable and committed to understanding the unique experiences and needs of people seeking asylum and refugees.
• You will bring:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• A minimum of two years’ hospital experience across relevant clinical areas, with Emergency nursing experience highly regarded.
• At least three years’ clinical experience in primary healthcare, community nursing (such as refugee health, Aboriginal health, alcohol and other drug services or homelessness services) or international health.
• Experience in triage, clinical assessment, care planning, health education and complex care coordination.
• Strong cross-cultural communication skills and experience working with professional interpreters.
• The ability to work autonomously, exercise sound clinical judgement and seek advice when appropriate.
• Nurse Immuniser qualification, highly desirable, or a willingness to undertake the required training.
• Previous experience working with people seeking asylum and refugees, highly desirable.

What we offer:

• Work-life balance: Monday to Friday roster.
• Meaningful work: Make a genuine difference to the health and wellbeing of people seeking asylum and refugees.
• Professional development: Access generous learning opportunities, clinical supervision and ongoing support.
• Supportive team: Work alongside a dedicated, multidisciplinary team committed to equitable healthcare.
• Salary packaging: Up to $15,900 tax-free per year, plus a $2,650 meal and entertainment card benefit.
• Travel benefits: Access to discounted Myki Commuter fares.

Cabrini Health acknowledges the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is core to our mission. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

Working for Cabrini:

Cabrini Health is a Catholic, private, for-purpose health service located in Melbourne’s southeast. Inspired by the mission and ethic of care of the Cabrini Sisters, providing quality, compassionate care to our community for more than 75 years. Our highly skilled staff and specialists incorporate clinical research, innovative models of care and state-of-the-art technology to deliver the best possible care and outcomes for our patients. We demonstrate our mission to serve our community through outreach programs that support asylum seekers, provide healthcare in rural communities and in underdeveloped countries. Our size, reputation and growth strategy ensure genuine opportunities for our people to learn, grow and realise potential.

Our values: Compassion - Integrity - Courage - Respect

MANDATORY FOR ALL NEW STAFF TO CABRINI:

Employment with Cabrini Health will be based on satisfactory background checks such as professional references, National Police Check, vaccinations for annual Influenza plus a Working with Children Check (WWCC) may also be requested. Vaccination for COVID-19 is highly recommended.