Assistant in Nursing - Rockhampton - Sister Colette Unit Apply now Job no: 500647
Work type: Casual
Location: Rockhampton
Categories: AIN - Assistant in Nursing
Mater Private Hospital Rockhampton is looking for an Assistant in Nursing to join our Sister Collette Unit. (The Papaya Unit). These casual roles will be based at our Rockhampton City campus. This speciliased 12 bed unit (Separate from the surgical Ward) will be a short stay ward for patients waiting on a spot in a nursing home. Although this is a surgical unit, you will require significant medical skills.
It is a requirement of the position that you are able to work a rotating roster including mornings, afternoons, nights and weekend shifts. Salary range: $31.60 - $34.94 (AIN) per hour plus superannuation and access to NFP salary packaging up to $15,900 What you'll be doing The Assistant in Nursing assists and supports the clinical teams in providing safe and quality patient-centred care under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse.
Gathering information about patient care needs through observation and notification to the senior clinical staff of identified changes in the health and functional status of patients promptlyAssist in the provision of care and support of patients within the scope of Assistant in Nursing practice, professional expertiseUndertaking observations and assessmentsFollowing the direction and delegation of the appropriate senior clinical staff memberAssisting with the patient's hygiene, appearance and dietary consumption needs; and maintain a safe, sanitary and secure environment for patients.About you To be considered suitable for the AIN Casual talent community you will be:
A current Bachelor of Nursing student (completed first clinical placement) OR have a Certificate III in Health Services AssistanceFlexibility to perform in various wards, adaptability to seamlessly integrate in to different teams and work under different NUMsConsistent availability to complete shifts at short noticeCommitment to excellence in nursing practice and professional developmentDemonstrated ability to work well within a multidisciplinary teamBasic computer skills and proven ability to use health information systemsPrior comparable experience as an Assistant in Nursing or Personal Care Attendant/Assistant (Desirable)Working towards the attainment of a Registered Nurse, Midwife or Enrolled Nurse qualification and in the second or final year of studies Mater is Queensland's largest and most innovative not-for-profit healthcare service, providing care for almost 700,000 patients a year across a network of 11 hospitals.
We are a leader in healthcare, education and research — and that's because we employ exceptional people. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE Via salary packaging arrangements, allocate some living expenses directly from your pre-taxable income and ultimately increase your take-home payAccess to package meal and entertainment expenses via salary packagingAccess to leading education and professional development via Mater EducationAccess to our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teamsDiscounts to local and national business/venues for Dining/Retail/Travel & Accommodation/OtherUnlimited access to a multitude of discounted fitness facilities through Fitness PassportAccess to on-site, discounted parkingDiscounted food and beverage at various campus cafés and coffee venuesFind out more about living in Central Queensland/North Queensland by visiting our Local Living page.
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
Advertised: 10 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 17 May 2024 E. Australia Standard Time
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