At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct clinical assessments and provide care in a supportive prison environment.
- Company: Join G4S, a leading security and facility services company.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, up to 6 weeks annual leave, and work-life balance.
- Other info: Full-time role with consistent day shifts and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in rehabilitation while developing your nursing skills.
- Qualifications: Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration required.
The predicted salary is between 47.14 - 47.14 $ per hour.
Rosters designed for work-life balance: 8 Day Fortnight | 8am - 6pm or 9am - 7pm shifts | full-time ongoing position.
Extra annual leave: Up to 6 weeks of annual leave provided.
Comprehensive prison & job training: You'll do a two-day prison induction with a certified correctional trainer, followed by shadowing our experienced nurses on the job.
Competitive rates: $47.14 per hour (Weekdays), $70.71 per hour (Saturdays), $82.49 per hour (Sundays), $94.28 per hour (Public Holidays).
The role & team:
Join us as a full time ongoing Registered Nurse in our nurse-led clinic at Mount Gambier Prison, reporting to our Management Team. You'll work within a supportive team of nine Nurses, our Medical Administration Officer and our part-time GP. We're looking for someone with great observational skills and the confidence to do systematic clinical assessments on prisoners.
In the role you will:
- Undertake clinical assessments on prisoners which could include taking blood, checking blood pressure, temperature checks, dipstick tests, checking bowel sounds, urinalysis, and more.
- Issue medication like insulin & methadone - Thursday is a particularly busy medication day onsite.
- Provide wound care & assist with work injuries.
- Receive and provide support from our onsite GP.
- Assist with unexpected events, such as reported chest pain.
Roster:
- Full-time commitment consisting of an 8-day fortnight.
- Daily 10-hour shifts, scheduled from 8am–6pm or 9am–7pm.
- A rotation that includes working alternate weekends.
- Consistent day shifts with no night-time requirements.
What we're looking for:
- A completed Bachelor of Nursing.
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Agency (AHPRA).
- Holder of professional indemnity insurance, or willing to get this before commencement (nurse unions provide this for members).
- Holder of first aid & CPR, or willing to get this before starting (we can pay for this and enrol you in a course).
The recruitment process:
- Applying online with your CV.
- Shortlisted applicants will receive a 10-minute phone call from Talent Advisor to learn more about the role.
- After this you will be invited to a 30-minute online interview via Google Meet or an onsite interview, depending on your location.
- If successful, you will need to submit an application for a prison clearance, and we will need clearance before you can start onsite (this can take up to 4 weeks after submission).
Registered Nurse – Mount Gambier employer: G4S plc
G4S is an exceptional employer that prioritises the safety and well-being of its employees while fostering a supportive work culture. With casual employment opportunities in Geelong, you can enjoy daytime hours without the need for night or weekend shifts, alongside comprehensive on-site training and generous referral bonuses. As part of a global leader in security services, you'll have the chance to grow within a dynamic team dedicated to making communities safer.
