Registered Nurse

Job Description

Supporting the health and wellbeing of those who serve is a responsibility that demands dedication, compassion, and clinical excellence. ADF Health Services, delivered by Serco in partnership with Bupa, provides integrated healthcare services to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel across more than 50 on-base locations throughout Australia.

Through this partnership, experienced healthcare professionals deliver essential medical support to defence members, ensuring they receive high-quality care whenever and wherever it is needed. If you’re passionate about making a difference while working in a professional and collaborative healthcare environment, this opportunity could be the next step in your career.

Learn more about Serco and its services:
https://careers.serco.com/apac/en/who-we-are

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, high-quality clinical care to patients within the defence healthcare system. The position involves both clinical and administrative responsibilities, ensuring patients receive coordinated care and appropriate treatment.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will support patient management across outpatient services and ward care, helping to maintain excellent clinical standards within the health centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver patient-centred nursing care and clinical assessments
• Develop and maintain individual patient care plans
• Work closely with doctors and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated treatment
• Conduct outpatient and ward assessments and treatments
• Assist with administrative tasks within the healthcare environment
• Support clinical operations within a Primary Medical Centre or outpatient setting

This role requires rotational shifts, including morning, afternoon, and night shifts, as well as weekend work when required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Demonstrate strong personal integrity and professional ethics
• Hold current, unrestricted registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Have at least 12 months of post-graduate clinical experience within the past five years in acute care, primary healthcare, or military health settings
• Maintain ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in line with AHPRA requirements
• Hold a valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (HLTAID009) certification

Experience working in a Primary Medical Centre, GP clinic, or Outpatient Department is highly regarded but not essential.

About Gaza Ridge Health Centre

Gaza Ridge Health Centre is located at Bandiana near Wodonga and forms part of the Albury Wodonga Military Area. This major defence base includes three barracks and supports key units such as the Army’s Logistic Training Centre and Joint Logistics Unit Victoria.

The base provides services to more than 5,000 Defence Force personnel.

The health centre offers a wide range of healthcare services, including:

• Primary medical care
• Dental services
• Nursing support
• Physiotherapy
• Mental health services
• Pharmaceutical care

It also operates a 20-bed low-dependency ward, providing care 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Standard operating hours are 07:30 – 15:30, Monday to Friday, although certain roles may require weekend or on-call coverage.

About You

You are a compassionate and committed Registered Nurse who takes pride in delivering excellent patient care. Your ability to communicate effectively and put patients at ease is one of your greatest strengths.

You thrive in dynamic healthcare environments and are comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Key Attributes

• Strong commitment to high-quality patient care
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Professional, respectful, and ethical approach to healthcare delivery
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Dedication to supporting the health and wellbeing of defence personnel

Rewards and Benefits

Working with Serco means joining a team that values people, growth, and purpose.

What We Offer

• A supportive workplace culture built on trust, care, innovation, and pride
• Opportunities to grow your career across Serco’s global operations
• Access to Global Employee Networks that support diversity and inclusion
• Meaningful work supporting Australian Defence Force personnel

Additional Benefits

• On-site parking
• Paid annual and personal leave
• Paid Continuing Professional Development (CPD) leave for permanent staff
• Paid volunteer leave and reservist leave
• Uniform provided
• Lifestyle discounts through the Serco Benefits Program, including offers from Apple, Qantas, Hoyts Cinemas, and more
• 24/7 mental health and counselling support through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Join the Team

If you are passionate about making a meaningful contribution to healthcare and supporting defence personnel, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.

Submit your application by selecting the “Apply Now” option.

Please note that Australian citizenship is required to obtain the necessary Baseline Security Clearance for this role.

When submitting your resume, ensure it includes:

• Start and finish dates for each role
• Employment type (casual, part-time, or full-time)
• Average weekly hours worked

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:

Divya Nair
📞 0427 566 681
📧 Divya.Nair@serco-ap.com

You can also explore more opportunities at:
https://careers.serco.com/apac/en/home

About Serco

Serco is a global organization with over 60,000 employees worldwide and more than 16,000 across the Asia-Pacific region. The company delivers essential public services across sectors including defence, justice, immigration, healthcare, facilities management, and citizen services.

Serco employees play a vital role in supporting communities and managing complex services that impact millions of people every day.

The organisation’s core values—Trust, Care, Innovation, and Pride—guide everything it does. Serco is committed to fostering a workplace culture built on collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.

Serco also celebrates diversity and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, veterans, and people with disability.

Employees in this role must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to support the safety and wellbeing of colleagues and patients.