Assistant in Nursing

Metro North Hospital & Health Service; Caboolture; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant in Nursing provides support to the nursing team within the Specialist Outpatient Department at Caboolture Hospital, under the supervision of a registered nurse or midwife, contributing to safe, high-quality and person-centred care.

The successful candidate will assist with delegated nursing care activities, support consumers throughout their healthcare journey, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to promote positive patient outcomes, while maintaining a safe clinical

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing team support and undertake delegated care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse or midwife.
• Assist in delivering safe, person-centred care within the Specialist Outpatient Department.
• Observe, respond to and report changes in a consumer's health status to the supervising nurse or midwife.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to support patient wellbeing and service delivery.
• Contribute to a safe workplace by identifying risks, supporting improvement initiatives and complying with policies and procedures.

Job description

The Assistant in Nursing provides valuable support to the nursing team within the Specialist Outpatient Department at Caboolture Hospital. Working under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or midwife, this role contributes to the delivery of safe, high-quality and person-centred care while supporting the effective operation of outpatient services.

The successful candidate will assist with delegated nursing care activities, support consumers throughout their healthcare journey, and work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to promote positive patient outcomes. The role also contributes to maintaining a safe clinical environment, identifying opportunities for improvement, and supporting the efficient functioning of the Specialist Outpatient Department.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Provide nursing team support and undertake delegated care activities under the supervision of a registered nurse or midwife.
• Assist in delivering safe, person-centred care within the Specialist Outpatient Department.
• Observe, respond to and report changes in a consumer's health status to the supervising nurse or midwife.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to support patient wellbeing and service delivery.
• Contribute to a safe workplace by identifying risks, supporting improvement initiatives and complying with policies and procedures.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.

You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED