Assistant in Nursing

Meeting Every Changing Need; Maitland City Council; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Right at Home Maitland NSW is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to deliver high-quality, person-centered care in clients' homes, supporting independence and wellbeing.

You will provide personal care, assist with mobility and basic clinical care, monitor health changes, and maintain detailed care plans. Certificate III in Aged Care, First Aid/CPR, and Australian residency or unrestricted work visa are required.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent in Aged Care/Disability/HC
• Current First Aid and CPR Certificates
• Permanent residency in Australia or a work visa with no restrictions
• Previous aged care or in-home care experience (highly regarded)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care and assistance with daily living activities
• Supporting clients with mobility and basic clinical care as required
• Monitoring and reporting changes in health or wellbeing
• Delivering care with empathy, respect, and professionalism
• Maintain accurate documentation and following care plans
• Working collaboratively with care partners and clinical team

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certificate III in Aged Care

Job description

Meeting Every Changing Need – Maitland NSW

As an Assistant in Nursing with Right at Home, you will deliver high-quality, person-centered care within clients' homes, supporting their independence, comfort and wellbeing. These roles are essential to meeting increasing community demand and offer a meaningful opportunity to build a rewarding career in in-home care.

Key responsibilities

Providing personal care and assistance with daily living activities

Supporting clients with mobility and basic clinical care as required

Monitoring and reporting changes in health or wellbeing

Delivering care with empathy, respect, and professionalism

Maintain accurate documentation and following care plans

Working collaboratively with care partners and clinical team

About you

Certificate III in one of the following (or equivalent): Aged Care, Disability Individual Support, Home and Community Care OR current enrolment in second or third year of a Bachelor of Nursing at an accredited university or higher education provider

Current First Aid and CPR Certificates

Previous aged care or in-home care experience (highly regarded)

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Permanent residency in Australia or a work visa with no restrictions

About us

Right at Home is a leading provider of in-home care and disability support services across Australia and internationally. We support older people, individuals with disabilities (including NDIS participants), and people with complex or post-operative care needs to live independently and safely in their own homes. Our team is committed to person-centred care, operational excellence and maintaining a supportive workplace culture.