Assistant in Nursing (AIN) – Casual

Rubies Nursing Care; Canberra; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible casual employment

Diverse placement opportunities

Competitive casual hourly rates

Penalty rates for shifts, weekends &PH

Supportive nursing team

Experience across care environments

Job summary

Rubies Nursing Care Pty Ltd in Canberra seeks compassionate Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our casual nursing workforce. You will provide essential care across healthcare, aged care and community settings, supporting nurses and enhancing resident wellbeing.

This casual role offers flexible shifts, diverse placement opportunities and a pathway to build hands-on experience in a close-knit nursing team. Applicants should have relevant certificates, WWVP checks and Australian working rights.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in relevant care field (Ageing/Health Services).
• WWVP check, First Aid/CPR may be required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Support nurses in delivering safe, high-quality care.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, hygiene and wellbeing.
• Follow care plans and infection control procedures.
• Maintain accurate care documentation and report changes.
• Promote dignity, privacy and person-centred care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) / Health Services Assistance or relevant nursing qualification

Job description

Rubies Nursing Care Pty Ltd is a nursing and healthcare agency providing quality nursing, aged care, disability and community support services across ACT, NSW, SA, VIC and WA.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, with a strong focus on dignity, independence, safety and wellbeing.

We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable and experienced Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our casual nursing workforce in Canberra, ACT.

About Us

Rubies Nursing Care Pty Ltd is a nursing and healthcare agency providing quality nursing, aged care, disability and community support services across ACT, NSW, SA, VIC and WA.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care, with a strong focus on dignity, independence, safety and wellbeing.

We are currently seeking compassionate, reliable and experienced Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our casual nursing workforce in Canberra, ACT.

About the Role

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will provide essential care and support to individuals across healthcare, aged care and community settings.

This is a casual position offering flexible shifts based on operational requirements and placement availability.

Indicative full-time equivalent salary

$77,105.60 per year

• Excluding superannuation. Casual loading and applicable penalty rates to be confirmed in the hourly rate.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist clients and patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Support Registered and Enrolled Nurses in delivering safe, high-quality care.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, hygiene and general wellbeing.
• Follow individual care plans, organisational procedures and infection control protocols.
• Maintain accurate care documentation and report changes in patient or client conditions.
• Promote dignity, privacy, independence and person-centred care.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, healthcare professionals and support teams.

Skills and Experience Required

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Health Services Assistance or a relevant nursing-related qualification.
• Previous experience in aged care, hospital, disability or community healthcare settings is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, reliable and professional approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.
• Good time management, organisation and documentation skills.

Mandatory Requirements

• Current National Police Check.
• Minimum two years’ experience required.
• Current Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Relevant qualifications and training.
• Australian working rights and Visa

• Driver's licence where required for particular placements.

What We Offer

• Flexible casual employment opportunities.
• Opportunities to work across different healthcare and aged care settings.
• Competitive casual hourly rates.
• Applicable shift, weekend and public holiday penalty rates.
• Supportive and professional nursing team.
• Opportunities to gain experience across different care environments.