Assistant in Nursing

St Vincent's Health Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Postgrad pathways

Private hospital setting

Job summary

St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney is hiring an Assistant in Nursing on a casual basis. The role supports Enrolled and Registered nurses in acute, sub-acute and surgical care, with shifts 2 per week minimum and flexibility for more.

Applicants should hold a Certificate III in Acute Care, be able to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team, and demonstrate effective communication skills. The hospital offers a not-for-profit environment, professional development pathways, and a

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Acute Care is required.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to nursing team in acute, sub-acute and surgical care.
• Gather equipment and assist with simple wound dressings and theatre set ups.
• Deliver patient-centred, evidence-based care within standards and legislation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes.
• Participate in quality improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Effective communication

Education

Certificate III in Acute Care

Job description

## Assistant in NursingApply: NSW - Sydney, CBD, Inner West and Eastern Suburbs: Casual: Posted Today: End Date: October 9, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR151226## Job Description:**Role title:**Assistant in Nursing**Role type:**Casual**Shift details:** 2 shifts a week minimum ideal flexible - can offer more**Location:**St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney**Salary:**$29.88 - $32.79 plus super and 25% casual loading depending on experience**Welcome to St Vincent’s Private Hospital Sydney, Sydney’s premier inner-city private hospital**Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.Founded in 1857 by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As a world-class tertiary facility, we are at the forefront of medical innovation, featuring high-acuity interventional suites, next-gen surgical robotics for complex specialties, and cutting-edge oncology backed by the renowned Kinghorn Cancer Centre. Here, you will work alongside global leaders and access funded postgraduate pathways to accelerate your career.Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.**About the role*** Provide support to the nursing team, both Enrolled and Registered, in the delivery of nursing care in an acute, sub-acute care and surgical services team.* Tasks may include gathering of equipment, simple wound dressing, assisting clinicians with set ups of theatres.* Deliver person-centred, evidence-based care in accordance with relevant standards and legislation.* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.* Engage in continuous quality improvement activities and contribute to a culture of safety and learning.**About you*** Relevant Certificate III qualifications in Acute Care only not Aged Care* Demonstrated ability to work independently, under delegation, and the ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.* Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.**What we can offer you*** **Exceptional Rewards:** Highly competitive base pay, plus exclusive not-for-profit salary packaging perks. Enjoy pre-tax savings on up to $15,900 for everyday living costs (mortgage, rent, bills) plus $2,650 for dining out and entertainment annually* **For-Purpose Impact:** Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community care* **World-Class**: Collaborate with global leaders across more than 100 medical specialties and 60 service areas* **Surgical Innovation:** Work with eminent surgeons using next-gen robotics in cardiac, neuro & orthopaedic* **Premium Care:** Deliver deeply personalised, patient-centred care in a 100% private-room en-suite facility* **Safe Staffing:** Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratios* **Professional Growth:** Accelerate your career with clinical education programs & funded postgrad pathways* **Health & Wellbeing:** Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations**Sponsorship / work rights for** **Australia**Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.**Pre-employment checks**Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations. **Equal opportunity**We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.As part of our commitment to reconciliation, we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community. **How to apply**Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.## Closing Date:8 October 2026 11:59pm