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Casual Correctional Registered Nurse

Locations: Perth Metro, WA, Australia

Employment type: Pool

Casual Correctional Registered Nurse

  • Closing at: Jul 2 2026 - 23:55 AWST
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About the Role 

Join our Primary Health Care Team and make a meaningful difference in a unique and rewarding environment. In this role, you will support the health and wellbeing of people in custody by delivering safe, high-quality care in a secure setting. You will always be supported on-site, with a custodial officer present during all patient interactions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Provide safe, high-quality nursing care in a correctional health setting 

  • Manage acute presentations and chronic disease management 

  • Collaborate and liaise within a multidisciplinary healthcare team 

  • Conduct thorough nursing assessments, monitoring and escalation of care for patients in custody. 

  • Adhere to relevant facilities standards, policies and procedures 

 

About You 

You are a compassionate and resilient nurse with exceptional clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and secure environment. 

Essential: 

  • AHPRA registration as an RN (no restrictions) 

  • 5+ years recent registered nursing experience 

  • Current National Police Clearance within the last 3 months 

  • Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate 

  • WA Working with Children Check 

  • Cannulation/Venepuncture competent  

  • Ability to pass comprehensive background and integrity checks. 

  • Effective communication skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries 

  • ALS or BLS dependent on site 
  • Recent experience in acute care, primary health, mental health or custodial services. 

 

Desirable: 

  • Immunisation certification. 

 

Why Join St John WA? 

  • Competitive remuneration + salary packaging options 

  • Free uniform and meals provided on shift 

  • Staff discounts on health insurance and retail 

  • Free emergency ambulance cover for you and your immediate family 

  • Free Provide First Aid / CPR training 

  • Free Mental Health first aid training 

  • Major Incident Medical Management and Support Training, Ride-along and other training opportunities  

 

Please note: Applicants will be required to be in Perth to attend interview, inductions, and medicals. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.  

St John WA are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We actively encourage applications from people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and all other suitable applicants.  

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and be part of a dedicated, professional team, apply now to join our casual correctional health pool. 

St John reserves the right to select a shortlist from the applications received. The selection process employed will be at the discretion of St John.  

Closing Date: 2nd July 2026

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