Assistant in Nursing

Health; Penola; Hybrid; AUD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Salary Sacrifice

Job summary

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is seeking an Assistant in Nursing/Midwifery (AIN/M) for Penola Multi-Purpose Service. You will support Enrolled and Registered Nurses/Midwives in delivering person-centred care to patients and residents.

Under supervision, you will assist with routine nursing duties, prepare for procedures, manage stock, and contribute to a safe, collaborative healthcare setting while developing your nursing skills.

Qualifications

• Be undertaking a course approved by the Registration Authority for the preparation of Enrolled Nurses.
• Have training relevant to safe and competent performance at this level.
• Experience providing nursing/midwifery care in a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication with a multidisciplinary team.
• Understand the role and maintain confidentiality within scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine care and activities of daily living.
• Prepare for nursing procedures and manage local stock.
• Provide technical support and ensure a safe, patient-centred environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Education

Course approved by Registration Authority

Job description

Job no: 949517
Work type: Casual
Location: South East
Categories: Nursing/Midwifery

• Casual
• 12% Superannuation | Salary Sacrifice

About The Role

Join the Limestone Coast Local Health Network as an Assistant in Nursing/Midwifery (AIN/M) at Penola Multi-Purpose Service, supporting Enrolled and Registered Nurses/Midwives in the delivery of person-centred care to patients, clients and residents.

Working under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse/Midwife, you will assist with routine care and activities of daily living, undertake basic nursing duties within your scope of practice, and provide technical support such as preparing for nursing procedures, cleaning equipment and managing local stock.

You will contribute to a safe, supportive healthcare environment while developing your nursing skills and experience.

About You

You are a compassionate and reliable team member committed to providing safe, person-centred care. You communicate effectively, work well within a multidisciplinary team and understand the importance of confidentiality and working within your scope of practice while developing your nursing knowledge, skills and experience.

To succeed in the Assistant in Nursing/Midwifery role, you will:

• Be undertaking a course approved by the Registration Authority for the preparation of Enrolled Nurses and have completed any training required by the employer relevant to the safe and competent performance of work at this level.
• Have experience, within the boundaries of your education and skill preparation, in providing nursing/midwifery care in a healthcare setting in accordance with appropriate standards of practice.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide person-centred care and maintain confidentiality.
• Understand the role of the Assistant in Nursing/Midwifery within the healthcare setting and relevant legislation, standards, codes, ethics and competency standards.

About Penola Multi-Purpose Service

Penola Multi-Purpose Service provides health and aged care services to the Penola community, with staff working collaboratively to support the health, wellbeing and care needs of patients, clients and residents.

As an Assistant in Nursing/Midwifery, you will work as part of the nursing and multidisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to person-centred care and a physically and culturally safe environment for patients, residents and staff.

About the Limestone Coast Local Health Network

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) delivers essential health services to more than 67,000 people across South Australia’s south-east, while also supporting communities in Western Victoria. With over 1800 staff and approximately 250 volunteers, LCLHN is a major regional employer committed to safe, high-quality, and community-focused care.

Our services extend from the Victorian border to the iconic Limestone Coast, delivering acute, community, and aged care services across a diverse network of sites. Working at LCLHN means being part of an organisation that plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of its communities.

Beyond the work, LCLHN offers an exceptional lifestyle in one of Australia’s most liveable regional destinations, where professional impact is matched with genuine work–life balance.

Why the Limestone Coast Local Health Network?

• Make a meaningful difference as a trusted and valued part of the community.
• Enjoy relaxed, affordable living with access to beaches, national parks, and outdoor adventure.
• Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.
• Access professional development, education, and flexible working options.
• Benefit from salary packaging and wellbeing initiatives.
• Live midway between Adelaide and Melbourne, with the best of regional and city life.

Conditions of Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position.
• DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC) is required.
• Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances).

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups. The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

Enquiries

For any enquiries, please feel free to contact Nurse Unit Manager, Corinne Galwey on 08 8737 2311 or email [e-mail] and quote:949517

Applications to be submitted before 11:59pm (ACDT)

Advertised: 21 Sep 2026 Cen. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 26 Sep 2027 11:55 PM Cen. Australia Standard Time