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 commenced providing health, mental health and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network. Our team, which includes nurses, general practitioners, and allied health professionals, offers a wide range of healthcare services to detainees, such as triaging, medication, wound management, immunisation, and other clinical procedures. HCA also introduced a Virtual Care Centre (VCC), a 24/7 service that provides remote healthcare through telehealth and video consultations, helping to enhance onsite care for detainees.
Job Description
Join us in bringing a new approach to medical and wellbeing care for detainees by:
* Enhancing health outcomes for individuals in detention through comprehensive and sustainable healthcare solutions.
* Ensuring timely access to the most appropriate healthcare services, including general medical practice, nursing, drug and alcohol support, and allied health services.
* Delivering care that respects the dignity, culture, values, beliefs, and rights of detainees.
We offer both part-time and full-time positions to suit your lifestyle.
Qualifications
* General unrestricted registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse (Division 1)
* Relevant post-graduate qualification (desirable)
Skills
* Ability to prioritise, work independently, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to think critically and make informed decisions
* Adaptability and flexibility to accommodate changes and provide responsive services to meet the needs of detainees
* Proficient in computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and database management)
Experience
* At least five (5) years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse, including hands-on patient care in an operational setting (non-Telehealth-only)
* Knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in drug and alcohol-related health services
* Ability to understand and apply relevant Commonwealth and State legislation, policies, standards, guidelines, and frameworks to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations
Additional Information
* Free onsite parking
* Be part of a well-respected Australian-based organisation of more than 1000 employees, including doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals
* Salary Packaging - novated leasing available with Smart group
* Working with us is not just about the opportunity to impact lives. We also prioritise the well-being of our people.
Healthcare Australia will continue to grow at exponential levels over the next few years and offers significant career advancement opportunities. This is an opportunity to make your mark within a friendly, supportive, and growing organisation. Veterans are encouraged to apply. At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and providing a safe working environment.
If you have any queries, please contact Renata Lage on /
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services
Note: This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the Registered Nurse role related to detainee healthcare services at HCA.
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