Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network is a state-wide Specialty Health Network delivering health care to adults and young people in contact with the forensic mental health and criminal justice systems across community, inpatient and custodial settings.

What you'll be doing

The position requires the employee to undertake activities for which they have the legal authority and competence to perform (please refer to the Scope of Practice document). The person performing the delegated activity is accountable for his or her own actions and to the Registered Nurse (RN). Supervision means the direction and guidance given by a RN to an Assistant in Nursing (AIN). The supervision may be direct or indirect according to the nature of the work delegated to the AIN. The position holder will work within Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network (JH&FMHN) and Ministry of Health policies, procedures and guidelines as well as Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW) & Juvenile Justice rules and regulations as set out in the relevant legislation.

Additional Allowances apply to this position - $ 3.64 per hour

Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.

Justice Health and Forensic Mental Health Network is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This includes but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.

See what our past employee’s say about why you should join the Network

Currently undertaking and has completed one or more years of a nursing degree and/or has a Certificate 3 in Assistant in Nursing

Demonstrated excellent communication skills - both in spoken and written language and knowledge of and use of computer software applications, e.g. PAS, Microsoft Office, etc

Exhibits strong interest and ability to empathise with marginalised populations and a capacity to relate to patients in a non-judgemental and compassionate manner

Possesses knowledge of the principles behind Work Health &Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity legislation in NSW

Demonstrates the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines either independently or as part of a team

Demonstrated understanding and commitment to the values of the Justice Health& Forensic Mental Health Network.

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For role related queries or questions contact Nicole Willmott on Nicole.Willmott@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 18 April 2022