Permanent full-time role in a state-of-the-art correctional facility

Competitive salary plus shift penalties

Up to $5,000 relocation assistance available

About the Client:

Our client manages a state-of-the-art correctional facility in northern New South Wales—the largest in Australia. Opened in 2020, the centre accommodates up to 1,700 inmates across varying security classifications. The facility is designed to support rehabilitation and reintegration through comprehensive healthcare, education, cultural, and vocational programs, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, security, and staff wellbeing.

About the Role:

We’re seeking an Enrolled Nurse to provide high-quality primary healthcare services within a correctional setting located in Grafton, a picturesque town in the Northern Rivers region of NSW. This permanent, full-time role offers a unique opportunity to live and work in a vibrant regional community. Reporting to a Registered Nurse, you’ll deliver frontline clinical care including medication administration, assessments, wound care, and emergency response. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, with full training and ongoing support provided in a secure and structured environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Deliver primary healthcare services including medication administration, wound care, and health monitoring within a correctional facility

Conduct clinical assessments, post-trauma evaluations, and emergency responses under supervision of a Registered Nurse

Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to quality improvement and healthcare governance activities

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation and culturally sensitive healthcare delivery

Assist with the development and implementation of individual healthcare plans for inmates

Support induction of new staff and supervise students when required

Adhere to all safety, compliance, and security protocols within the correctional environment

Skills and Experience:

Current registration with AHPRA as an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (Division 2)

Minimum 1 year post-graduate clinical experience (primary health, emergency, or corrections desirable)

Venipuncture and cannulation experience

Current BLS certification

COVID-19 vaccination (min. 2 doses)

National Police Check (current or willing to obtain)

Ability to obtain and maintain NSW Corrective Services clearance

Sound computer literacy and familiarity with clinical systems (e.g. Justice eHealth, PACS, JAX – desirable)

Benefits:

Competitive salary plus shift penalties

6 weeks annual leave for shift workers

Up to $5,000 relocation assistance

Supported onboarding training

Meals provided on site

Career progression and training pathways

Work life balance to allow you to explore the beaches, rivers, waterfalls, hiking spots and local cafes.

About WorkPac

WorkPac is Australia’s largest privately owned workforce services business with over 1.3 million registered candidates. We offer tailored solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across Mining, Construction, Healthcare and more. Our consistent promise to both candidates and clients is that choosing WorkPac is always a ‘Good Move’.

How to Apply:

Click on the Apply button or for more information please contact:

WorkPac Principal Consultant: Ryan O’Connor on (08) 6462 1171 or [email protected] quoting the below reference number.

Job Reference Number: 7379J2025458

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