As a Registered Nurse in the Detention Health Clinical Advisory Team, you’ll work across Australia to support detention and migration health services. Your daily tasks include coordinating clinical assurance, drafting high‑quality reports, providing evidence‑based health advice, analysing health data, and contributing to governance, training, and stakeholder engagement.
Role Specifications
| Job Title | Registered Nurse, Detention Health Clinical Advisory |
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| Vacancy Number | VN-0768399 |
| Position Number | 141382 |
| Classification | Executive Level 1 |
| Salary | $121,755 – $139,450 per annum |
| Job Type | Full-Time, Ongoing |
| Primary Locations | Various locations – ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA |
| Future Merit Locations | Various locations – ACT, NSW, VIC, WA, QLD, TAS, NT, SA |
| Office Arrangement | Flexible; Hybrid |
| Office Arrangement Details | Flexible working arrangements negotiated in line with Enterprise Agreement and role needs |
| Closing Date | Tuesday 14 April 2026 |
| Agency Website | www.homeaffairs.gov.au |
About the Opportunity
Join the Detention Health Clinical Advisory Section (DMHCAS) within the Clinical Advice and Assurance Branch. You’ll contribute to clinical assurance programs, health governance, and quality improvement across detention and migration health services. The role involves collaboration with diverse teams, external health providers, and ABF colleagues to deliver evidence-based health outcomes for people in immigration detention and processing centres.
We’re looking for a detail-focused nurse who can translate complex health information into clear guidance, write robust briefs, and help shape health policy and service delivery. If you value professional integrity, privacy, and respectful teamwork, you’ll fit right in. The department supports flexible arrangements and values varied backgrounds and capabilities.
Duties (What You Will Do)
| Responsibility | Key Tasks |
|---|---|
| Clinical assurance coordination | Coordinate desktop, virtual and onsite clinical assurance for contracted health services at Department sites in Australia and overseas. |
| High-quality reporting | Draft audience-tailored written reports and briefs that support robust decision-making; edit for clarity and impact. |
| Health risk and issue briefs | Provide input into briefs and correspondence on health risks and complex detention/migration health issues. |
| Evidence-based advice | Offer advice on health systems, data analysis, standards, indicators, policy and SOPs; lead or participate in education/quality projects. |
| Risk assessments | Conduct risk assessments of clinical incidents; escalate risks in a timely manner. |
| Stakeholder review | Review complex issues with internal and external stakeholders, including contracted health services providers. |
| Governance and compliance | Adhere to departmental operating, record keeping and security policies. |
About You (Eligibility)
- Tertiary qualifications in Nursing; current APHRA registration.
- Minimum five years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in healthcare settings.
- Experience in healthcare quality and risk leadership; knowledge of NSQHS standards and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong communication skills with diverse audiences; collaborative and inclusive team orientation.
- Ability to interpret policy and operate in a dynamic environment; professional judgement with risk awareness.
- Desirable: post-graduate qualifications in quality assurance/public health/clinical governance; experience in detention health or related settings; strong technical writing skills.
- Eligibility: Australian Citizenship; Baseline Vetting security clearance (and related clearances as required).
Important Information for Applicants
jobs in australia for foreigners should be considered in the context of Australian Public Service eligibility. This vacancy requires Australian Citizenship and security clearances. If you are unsure about your eligibility, please contact the provided candidate support details before applying to confirm requirements.
Direct Answer
The position requires Australian Citizenship. Successful applicants must obtain and maintain a Baseline Vetting (AGSVA) security clearance; ABF workers may need Employment Suitability Clearance (ESC) and Onboarding Check as determined. If you’re not an Australian citizen, this role would not be eligible under APS recruitment rules for public sector health duties.
Additional Information
Diversity & Inclusion
The Department of Home Affairs values diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, and people from diverse backgrounds.
RecruitAbility
RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. If you declare a disability and meet minimum requirements, you may be invited to participate in additional assessment. More information at the APS RecruitAbility page.
Future Merit Pools
Note that successful applicants may be offered similar opportunities in other APS agencies via future merit pools.
How to Apply
| Contact Officer | Dr Emily De Rota, 0436 390 367 |
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| Candidate Kit | Candidate Kit |
| Application Portal | Apply here |