Assistant In Nursing

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 63,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary sacrifice benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to support Enrolled and Registered Nurses in delivering general patient care. The role is part-time, pro rata, with a minimum of 2 shifts per week, including night duty, on a 7-day roster.

Ideal candidates are undergraduate Nursing students or those enrolled in EN training, with first-year progression, strong communication, and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team to ensure compassionate,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing students, or those undertaking Enrolled Nursing diploma.
• Proof of successful completion of first year Bachelor of Nursing and enrolment in second year, or enrolled in recognised EN training program.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Caring for patients in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses in routine tasks with patients/clients related to daily living.
• Participate in quality improvement by recording and reporting data.
• Assist patients with decreased mobility and falls prevention.
• Perform basic duties requiring foundational skills and training.
• Provide one-on-one conversations and activities to comfort patients.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Caring for patients

Education

Bachelor of Nursing in progress

Job description

Southern Adelaide Local Health Network – Flinders Medical Centre – Corporate Nursing Salary $61,485 - $63,278 AIN (Pro Rata) | Temporary Part Time Contract, Minimum 2 shifts per week – Multiple Positions Available

This Is Where Your Care Career Takes Off— Assistant in Nursing at Flinders Medical Centre! Join the dedicated nursing team at Flinders Medical Centre as an Assistant in Nursing and make a genuine difference in the lives of patients across southern Adelaide. You'll provide hands‑on personal care and support under the guidance of experienced registered nurses in one of South Australia's leading tertiary hospitals. If you're committed to compassionate, patient‑centred care and want to grow your healthcare career within the Southern Adelaide Local Health Network, this is the opportunity you've been looking for.

About the role:

Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, as the Assistant in Nursing (AIN) you will support Enrolled and Registered Nurses in the delivery of general patient care and undertake basic nursing duties that would otherwise have been performed by an Enrolled or Registered Nurse.

Duties:

• Assist nurses in routine tasks with patients/clients associated with the activities of daily living
• Participation in quality improvement activities through recording and reporting of data
• Assists patients with decreased mobility and implementation of falls prevention measures
• Performs a range of duties that require basic skills, knowledge, training and experience
• Provides one on one conversations and activities to support patients to be comfortable at all times

About you:

• Seeking undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing students, or those currently undertaking an Enrolled Nursing diploma
• Proof of successful completion of first year Bachelor of Nursing and enrolment in second year in a recognised tertiary facility or enrolled in recognised EN training program
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment
• Caring for patients in a healthcare setting

Please Note:

Need to be available to work across a 7-day roster; positions offered at a minimum of 2 shifts per week (.42FTE) with the option to work extra shifts if available. Position inclusive of night duty. Please see the attached Role Description for additional information.

Want To Know More?

Contact: Evette Stock, Nurse Manager, 0440 104 533, [email protected]

Application Closing Date: 11.55 pm Friday 2 October 2026

Attachments:

• Role Description P58587 - Assistant in Nursing
• Australian applicant guidelines

Applicant Information:

• We also offer salary sacrifice benefits which provide the opportunity to save money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed. Click here to find out more about salary packaging.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Job ref: 949882