Position Title: Primary Care Nurse – Custodial Health Tarrengower Women's Prison Classification: Registered Nurse G4A (YW17) Salary per hour: $59.79 superannuation generous salary packaging options Employment Type: Ongoing part-time 64 hours per fortnight Award: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024 -2028 Role description Dhelkaya Health is proud to commence the delivery of primary healthcare at Tarrengower Women's Prison—a minimum‑security facility focused on preparing women for successful reintegration into the community. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Primary Care Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team and help deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care to women throughout their stay. As a Primary Care Nurse at Tarrengower, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary health team providing contemporary, evidence‑based care in a unique and rewarding environment. Your responsibilities will include: Unsupervised clinical practice and independent decision‑making Coordinating care across multiple providers and services Delivering health promotion, education and wellbeing initiatives Acting as a patient advocate, supporting equitable access to care Collaborating in patient and unit management Maintaining accurate, timely and professional clinical documentation Participating in research, quality improvement and best‑practice initiatives Providing supervision, mentorship and preceptorship to support workforce development Liaising with the broader multidisciplinary team and Corrections Victoria partners This role is ideal for nurses who value holistic care, autonomy, teamwork, and working with priority populations. About you Bachelor of Nursing qualification or equivalent Current registration with AHPRA Minimum of five years full-time or equivalent experience as a Registered Nurse Knowledge and understanding of the person-centred care approach Culture and Benefits Dhelkaya Health is located on Dja Dja Wurrung country in regional Victoria. Just a short drive from Bendigo and easily accessed via public transport, the area is brimming with culture that blends the old with the new. Steeped in rich history, the town boasts a vibrant arts scene, historic architecture and is part of the Bendigo Region UNESCO City of Gastronomy. Surrounded by scenic trails and a unique natural environment that includes historic goldfields, outdoor enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world. Combined with a wide range of sporting clubs and outdoor recreation opportunities, the community offers a rich, diverse culture to enjoy. From community events celebrating local festivals to grassroots initiatives fostering inclusivity and diversity, this is a place where people come together. At Dhelkaya Health, you'll enjoy all this and a flexible work environment with access to career development pathways that suit your life goals. You'll also benefit from: Stress-free parking: at no-cost close to your place of work. Salary packaging: to maximise your earnings with options to package meals, entertainment, rent/mortgage repayments, and more. Healthy and active lifestyle: through access to a free onsite gym and Fitness Passport membership for your family to use in a wide range of gyms, pools, and fitness facilities across the region Health and wellbeing: through a supported work environment that prioritises work-life balance and a health and well-being program that includes an Employee Assistance Program. Building meaningful connections: through the Dhelkaya Health Social Club and a variety of staff events and activities throughout the year held in a friendly, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. Home share - If lack of housing is stopping you from applying for a job here, consider Home share. It may help you get started at Dhelkaya Health. See this link for obligation free information. https://dhelkayahealth.org.au/homeshare/ All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police check, NDIS (if required) and compliance with Dhelkaya Health Vaccination Policy. Our purpose and role at Dhelkaya Health is to be Healthier Together – we engage and empower individuals and community through the provision of empathetic inclusive and professional health services. We want a workforce who share our passion and purpose and is as diverse as the communities we serve. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, and people of diverse genders and/or sexual orientations. For further information about this position, please contact Ebony Sharma – Manager Housing, AOD, Counselling & Custodial Health on 0456705180. Please note that candidates are required to submit a cover letter and CV together with a document addressing the key selection criteria (which can be found on the Position Description). Only candidates that supply this information will be considered for roles at Dhelkaya Health.
