Clinical Nurse Educator

Looking for a Clinical Nurse Educator working at Ravenhall Correctional Centre.

Part Time position located in Ravenhall with a Salary of $107,670.26 + Super (Based on Full Time). 

About the role

The Clinical Nurse Educator is responsible for supporting the clinical education needs of staff at the service location through the development and delivery of education and for identifying learning needs of staff members in conjunction with individual staff and 
managers which align with GEO Healthcare service goals. 

A Part Time working 2 days per week role working from Ravenhall Correctional Centre, overseeing multiple locations across Victoria, the position offers $43,068.10 per annum.

Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Provides episodic and ongoing clinical education/nursing practice in accordance with legislation, GEO Healthcare’s clinical policies and procedures including demonstrating advanced knowledge and practice in contemporary nursing practice and theory relevant to Primary Health Care in the Correctional setting
• Develop, implement and evaluate service orientation programs in collaboration with Health Service Manager and clinical staff
• Initiate, participate and contribute to the development of clinical knowledge and skills of new and existing nurses
• Implement and evaluate clinical education programs and in-service education for clinical staff
• Educate, support and supervise nursing students, employed staff and agency staff working in the Health Centre, via the delivery of formal and informal education
• Develop and maintain clinical educational resources
• Identify individual learning needs of nurses in consultation with the nurse, the Health Service Manager and other staff (as appropriate)
• Perform clinical assessments of nurses and provide certification of competency where required
• Develop, implement and evaluate extended skills programs for nurses in collaboration with the Health Services Manager and other relevant stakeholders
• Maintain education records to ensure compliance with mandatory competencies
• Complying with Occupational Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity legislative requirements
• Recognise and understand the pertinent and emerging clinical education issues within the correctional nursing and education environments
• Actively participate in the development and review of policies, procedures and clinical guidelines
• Identifying and implementing quality improvement initiatives and participating in accreditation activities

Key Selection Criteria:

• Division 1 Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• A relevant qualification in adult education
• Does not require sponsorship
• Relevant clinical experience in acute nursing, primary health care and/or mental health
• Understanding of teaching and learning in the healthcare environment
• Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills enabling constructive evaluation of performance and feedback to staff
• Experience developing, delivering and evaluating education sessions and programs
• Demonstrated clinical teaching and facilitation skills

Other Requirements of the role:

• Valid and current full Australian driver’s licence.
• Ability to work within a correctional setting, which will involve direct contact with prisoners associated with the delivery of healthcare.
• Satisfactory completion of a National Criminal History Check.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Working outside of ordinary business hours may be required.

For more information on this role, including more details regarding the key accountabilities, Position Description.

About GEO Healthcare

GEO Healthcare employs highly skilled multidisciplinary teams of healthcare practitioners to ensure people in prison can access and receive the healthcare services they need.

GEO Healthcare is a subsidiary of The GEO Group Australia Pty Ltd – a company providing correctional and healthcare services in Australia for over 30 years.

We are looking for qualified people to join our company who share the company Values: Understanding, Respect, Accountability, Teamwork, Excellence.

Company Benefits Overview

The GEO Group Australia is a leading non-government provider of correctional centres and healthcare services in correctional facilities. 

• GEO Healthcare - delivering primary and related health services in Victorian men’s public prisons.

Here’s what you’ll enjoy as part of the GEO Healthcare Team: Click Here

Financial & Career Benefits

• Professional development: Access to conferences, seminars and courses to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Commonwealth Bank: Access exclusive rates on loans, Financial Literacy Program and other banking services.
• Super salary packaging: Maximise your super contributions with pre-tax deductions.
• Scholarships: Progress your career with a scholarship to develop your expertise.
• Family university scholarships: Scholarships available to support your family’s education goals.
• Paid study leave: Take time off to focus on furthering your qualifications (conditions apply).
• Special leave: Additional day off every six months for high attendance.

Health & Wellbeing

• Safety is key: Safe and secure workplace with a focus on both physical and psychological safety.
• Fitness Passport: Affordable membership providing access to a wide network of gyms and fitness facilities.
• Telus Health: Access to Employee Assistance including personal wellbeing and health, relationships, financial and career assistance.
• Medibank discounts: Reduced rates on health insurance plans through Medibank.
• Equal treatment: Equal Opportunity employer that actively promotes diversity and inclusion for all employees

Work-Life Balance

• Reward and recognition: A range of recognition and reward programs including, Employee of the Month, Team Member Rewards and Refer a Friend.
• Celebrate together: Recognition and celebration of special events and days throughout the year.

For further information on our organisation please visit geogroup.com.au/geohealthcare 

How to Apply:

Please Note: it is mandatory for all GEO Healthcare staff to have the following:

• Three COVID-19 vaccinations (You will be required to attach immunisation evidence to your application).
• Flu Vaccination in the previous 12 months

To apply, we ask that you complete short questionnaire below and attach a cover letter and current resume.
To obtain further information about the application and recruitment process, please contact HealthcareCareers@geogroup.com.au.

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People with diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are always looking for people to join or company who share the values that we stand for:  

UNDERSTANDING          RESPECT         ACCOUNTABLE       TEAMWORK         EXCELLENCE