Assistant in Nursing

Full job description
Your role at St John of God Mount Lawley Hospital
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant in Nursing to join our friendly, supportive team, in the Surgical Unit.
As a member of our friendly and approachable team, the Assistant in Nursing (AIN) will be responsible for supporting the nursing care team in the delivery of a high standard of patient care in the acute care environment.
If you are passionate about delivering a high standard of patient centred care and want to advance your career, we would love to hear from you.
The role is offered on a permanent part-time basis, offering up to 28 hours per week.
The Position
Plans, collaborates and consults with nursing staff to achieve desired health outcomes for patients in a timely and efficient manner.
Assists Nursing caregivers to deliver all aspects of care using a patient-centred approach.
Observes and reports all changes in patient’s condition to the Nursing staff in a timely and appropriate manner.
Perform manual handling of patients under supervision of Nurse.
Maintains confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients and demonstrates empathy and sensitivity towards patients and relatives.
Maintain safe, clean unit environment in accordance with duty list that contribute to patient/ caregiver comfort needs.
Ensure that all food is handled and stored according to the relevant Health (Food Hygiene) Regulations.
Is accountable for performing all duties in accordance with the Statement of Duties list, within a demonstrated competency level.
To succeed you will have an ability to demonstrate competence and perform the skills contained within the statement of duties. You will have well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, work effectively with a team and have a willingness to accept feedback on performance and development from Nursing staff.
You will be actively enrolled in, and successfully completed at least 12 months of an NMBA approved Bachelor of Nursing &/or Midwifery or Diploma of Nursing, or completed the nationally recognised qualification Certificate 3 in Health Service Assistance (acute care).
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
Salary: $60,265 to $63,27+ (pro-rata), plus 11.5% superannuation
Permanent Part Time offering up to 28 hours per week
Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:
Novated leasing
work related expenses
self-education and
additional superannuation
A healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well-being programs
Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance
Employee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Green travel allowance – if you walk, car pool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per year
Free on-site parking
Access to fitness and wellbeing benefits through
Fitness Passport
Dynamic role in multidisciplinary team
A welcoming and supportive culture
For enquiries, please contact Reia Her, Nurse Unit Manager, on (08) +370 +222.
Applications Close: 22 September 2024
St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.