Assistant in Nursing Casual Pool

Your Role

The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) supports the nursing/midwifery care team in the delivery of high standard, quality patient care in the acute care environment. The AIN carries out their duties under the supervision, delegation and direction of a Registered Nurse/Midwife as per the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Decision-making framework for nursing and midwifery.

The Position

• Works within the AIN scope of practice.

• Plans, collaborates and consults with RN/RM to achieve desired health outcomes for patients in a timely and efficient manner.

• All aspects of direct patient care is carried out under direction, guidance, supervision and coordination of a Registered Nurse/Midwife.

• Assists Nursing/ Midwifery caregivers to deliver all aspects of care using a patient-centred approach.

• Observes and reports all changes in patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse/Midwife in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Responds appropriately to patient’s needs/call bells in a timely manner.

• Is accountable for performing all duties in accordance with the Statement of Duties list, within a demonstrated competency level.

• Seek advice on dealing with conflict within the workplace and report conflict to Nurse/Midwife immediately.

• Perform safe manual handling of patients under supervision of Registered Nurse/Midwife.

• Adheres to infection control policy and procedures

• Maintains confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients and demonstrates empathy and sensitivity towards patients and relatives.

• Understands role in an emergency and follow direction of the Coordinator.

• Maintain a safe, clean environment for patient’s

• Ensure that all food is handled and stored according to the Health (Food Hygiene) Regulations 1993.

• All other reasonable duties as directed by the relevant Manager/Supervisor

To be considered for this role, you must be actively enrolled in and have successfully completed at least 12 months of an NMBA-approved Bachelor of Nursing and/or Midwifery or Diploma of Nursing program. Alternatively, you will have successfully completed the nationally recognised qualification, Certificate III in Health Service Assistance (Acute Care). You will be able to demonstrate competence in performing the skills outlined in the Statement of Duties, along with a sound understanding of safe manual handling practices, Quality Improvement, and Infection Control standards.

The successful applicant will possess well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Strong planning, prioritisation, and organisational skills are essential, as is a willingness to accept feedback from a Registered Nurse or Midwife and work towards identified learning goals. You will demonstrate a professional attitude, a commitment to quality care, and the capacity to contribute positively within a team environment.

Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.

We can offer you

• Hourly Rate: $40.71 - $42.75 per hour (inclusive of casual loading), plus 12% superannuation

• Casual positions available

• Discounts on hospital services & private health insurance

• As a casual employee, you can salary package a percentage of your earnings each pay period

• Free on-site parking

• Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through Fitness Passport

• Innovative Professional Development opportunities

• A welcoming and supportive culture

• A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programs

Applications will be considered for vacancies as they arise over the next 6 months.

For enquiries contact Karen Robertson, Nurse Manager, on (08) 9462 4243.

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.