Assistant in Nursing (Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit)

Gold Coast Hospital & Health Service; Lismore City Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Lismore City Council seeks an Assistant in Nursing for the Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit. The role involves providing comprehensive, patient-centred care to older adults, working in a supportive team to improve quality of life. Candidates with a Certificate III in health-related studies are preferred. Benefits include flexible work agreements and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

Flexible work agreement options

Salary Packaging

Diverse Work Culture

12.75% super

17.5% leave loading

Qualifications

• Evidence of vaccination against Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, and Hepatitis B.
• Tuberculosis screening may be required.
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed.
• Criminal History Screening required for new employees.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive, person-centred care in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Promote the wellbeing of older adults by partnering with patients and families.
• Provide high-quality nursing care and participate in clinical handovers.

Skills

Patient-focused nursing care

Adaptability

Education

Certificate III or above in health-related studies

Job description

Assistant in Nursing (Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit)

$65,828 - $72,079 per annum + 12.75% super

About Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit

The Geriatric Evaluation and Management Unit (GEM) provides comprehensive care for older patients with geriatric syndromes. This Unit also offers multidisciplinary support for both functional and cognitive decline.

About your new role

As a valued member of the GEM team, you will deliver comprehensive, person-centred, and evidence-based care within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. Your focus will be on promoting the wellbeing of older adults by partnering closely with patients and their families to reduce the impact of hospitalisation and improve quality of life. This includes:

• Providing high-quality, patient-focused nursing care
• The ability to adaptively work with a variety of people
• Participating in clinical handover
• Liaising with the Registered Nurse regarding specific activities and outcomes

Qualifications

• While not mandatory, a Certificate III or above in health-related studies would be well regarded
• Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
• Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
• Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
• Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)

Benefits of working with Gold Coast Health

• Flexible work agreement options
• Salary Packaging
• Brand new facility with modern amenities
• Diverse Work Culture
• 12.75% super
• 17.5% leave loading
• Permanent Full-time and Permanent Part-time (multiple positions, hours negotiable)
• Temporary Full-time and Temporary Part-time (multiple positions, hours negotiable, up to 12 months with possibility of extension)
• Base salary ranging from $65,828 - $72,079 per annum or $33.20 - $36.35 per hour

How to Apply

Click APPLY to submit your application by Monday, 13 October 2025

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