Assistant in Nursing

Belmont Private Hospital; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont Private Hospital is expanding and seeking an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) for the Mental Health service, with opportunities to work in our Perinatal & Women's Health ward. Casual shifts are available across a 7-day rotating roster, including weekends and nights.

Desirable qualifications include a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, knowledge of recovery‑oriented mental health care, and experience in relevant health settings.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or equivalent.
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented mental health care and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience in mental health, psychiatric, disability, aged care or rehabilitation settings including women's health.
• Ability to provide care aligned with hospital requirements.
• Understanding of the Mental Health Act and patient rights.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Engage therapeutically with patients and encourage participation in treatment.
• Support patients to attend groups and activities.
• Assist with patient observations as delegated.
• Report changes in a patient’s presentation to the RN.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic ward environment.
• Support meal service and ensure nutrition and hydration.
• Escort patients within the hospital as required.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Maintain accurate documentation within scope of practice.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care under RN direction.

Skills

Effective time management

Legislation awareness

Mental health assessment

Professional ethics

Safety and integrity

Ability to work with minimal supervise

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Job description

Belmont Private Hospital – Carina Heights QLD

Assistant in Nursing (AIN) - Mental Health

Multiple Positions Available for all Shifts

Belmont Private Hospital has recently opened its newly constructed expansion and is a 185-bedacute mental health hospital with an established reputation for excellence in the delivery of a broad range of acute mental health services. We offer a range of specialty and sub-specialties to meet the needs of the population. Our hospital expansion makesBelmont Private Hospital the second largest private mental health facility in Australia.

Thisisa very exciting time to join our team at Belmont Private Hospital!

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work in our Perinatal & Women's Health ward.

Desirable qualifications and requirements:

• Ability to work casual shifts over a 7-day rotating roster, weekends and nights included.
• Relevant TAFE Certificate eg. Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
• Knowledge of recovery-oriented mental health care and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience working in a mental health, psychiatric, disability, aged care or rehabilitation setting including women's health
• Ability to provide clinical practice and care that is consistent with the hospital's requirements.
• Understanding of the Mental Health Act and patient rights (desirable but can also be provided during orientation)

Typical responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living where required.
• Engage therapeutically with patients and encourage participation in their treatment program.
• Support patients to attend groups and activities.
• Assist with patient observations as delegated.
• Report changes in a patient's presentation, mood or behaviour to the Registered Nurse.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and therapeutic ward environment.
• Support meal service and encourage adequate nutrition and hydration.
• Escort patients within the hospital as required.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Maintain accurate documentation within their scope of practice.
• Participate in multidisciplinary care under RN direction.

Required personal competencies:

• Effective time management and coordination skills
• Awareness and practice of legislation affecting nursing practice and health care
• Able to conduct a comprehensive and systematic mental health assessment
• Demonstrated high standards of professional and ethical practice
• Promotes safety, security and personal integrity in the workplace
• Ability to work with minimal supervision

All employees are required to complete and maintain their mandatory education and competencies in accordance with Belmont Private Hospital policies and procedures,

Career progression is available as well as the opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of mental health specialties and sub-specialties that are offered at Belmont.

Belmont adopts a “grow your own” culture and offers a wide range of education and training opportunities. We believe in an “Each one, Teach One” philosophy that has enabled many of our employees to be promoted into senior clinical positions at Belmont.

Vaccination Preventable Disease

This role is designated as ‘Vaccination Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role'. It is highly recommended for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases during their employment. You will be asked by the recruiting manager to supply this evidence if you are the preferred candidate for the role.

We are in a significant growth phase atBelmont Private Hospital, and we would be excited to have you onboard with us!

Please note:Due to the large number of applications we receive, we will only be contacting applicants who will be progressing to interview and meet the mandatory qualifications and requirements as stipulated above.