About the Role
Based in Northbridge, you'll deliver high-quality nursing care within a busy custodial environment. Working as part of a two-nurse team alongside WA Police, you'll assess a person's medical fitness for custody, triage presentations, conduct comprehensive clinical assessments, recognise and respond to clinical deterioration, provide first aid and emergency care, and escalation care in accordance with clinical protocols.
No two shifts are the same, giving you the opportunity to apply your clinical expertise across a diverse range of presentations in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role operates on 12-hour shifts (0600-1800 or 1800-0600) with comprehensive clinical handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
About You
You're an experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in emergency or custodial nursing. You enjoy assessment-focused clinical work, thrive in dynamic environments, and are confident managing a broad range of presentations while making sound clinical decisions.
You have excellent assessment and triage skills, recognise and respond to clinical deterioration, and work collaboratively to deliver safe, evidence-based care.
Essential Requirements
- Unrestricted AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum 5 years' nursing experience, including at least 2 years in Emergency Department and/or Custodial/Correctional Nursing
- Venipuncture competency
- Current National Police Clearance (issued within the last 3 months) or willingness to obtain
- Current Provide First Aid/ALS and CPR certification (current or willing to obtain)
- Current WA Working with Children Check
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Ability to successfully complete integrity checks
Desirable
- Nurse Immunisation Certificate
- Mental Health nursing experience
- Strong clinical reasoning and assessment skills
Why Join St John WA?
As part of our team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- Salary packaging
- Free emergency ambulance cover
- Free CPR and Provide First Aid training
- Free Mental Health First Aid training
- Major Incident Medical Management, ride-along and other professional development opportunities
- Uniform provided
- Staff discounts on health insurance and a range of consumer products
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities within a supportive team environment
- Hourly rates starting from $51.00, with penalty rates increasing earnings up to $128.35 per hour.
Please note applicants must be available to attend interviews, medical assessments and induction in Perth. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
St John WA is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and all suitable applicants
Custodial Registered Nurse employer: St John Ambulance Western Australia Ltd.
St John WA offers a unique and rewarding opportunity for Registered Nurses to work in the dynamic environment of the Perth Watch House, where you can utilise your clinical skills to make a real difference in the lives of detainees. With a strong emphasis on professional development, comprehensive training programs, and a supportive team culture, you'll thrive in a role that not only challenges you but also provides meaningful engagement with diverse patient presentations. Enjoy benefits such as free emergency ambulance cover, salary packaging, and staff discounts, all while being part of an inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages growth.
Contact Details:
St John Ambulance Western Australia Ltd. Recruitment Team
