Assistant in Nursing Orthopaedics 5W

Northern Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Sydney Local Health District's Royal North Shore Hospital 5W orthopaedic team is seeking an Assistant In Nursing for a temporary part-time position. You will support nursing staff in acute care, assist with patient comfort, mobility and basic daily tasks under supervision.

Applicants must be enrolled in nursing studies or hold relevant certificates, and be able to work up to 38 hours per week. NSW Health requires immunisation checks and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in second or third year of a Bachelor of Nursing or degree deemed appropriate.
• Or current enrolment in Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) with evidence of completion of Block 1.
• Or completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care).

Responsibilities

• Assist in nursing in acute care and orthopaedic settings under supervision.
• Support patient mobilisation, comfort and daily care while working with the nursing team.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (2nd/3rd year)

Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121)

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (HLT33115)

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ704714 Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 29 August 2027 (with possibility of ongoing employment) Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing Remuneration: $32.86 - $36.05 Hours Per Week: up to 38

Join the Orthopaedic team on 5W at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) and be part of a major tertiary referral hospital and trauma centre for NSW. 5W and 5E together make up 60 Orthopaedic specialty beds within the Clinical Services Building at Royal North Shore Hospital. We are a major tertiary referral hospital as well as a trauma centre for NSW. We have a dynamic nursing team as well as interdisciplinary team of allied health staff within our unit, with a strong focus on patient centred care.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism. People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates will need to meet the following criteria:

• Currently enrolled in second or third year of a Bachelor of Nursing or degree deemed appropriate;
• or current enrolment in Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) with evidence of completion of Block 1;
• or completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care).

Demonstrated, effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work in a team.

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards. The team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

For role related queries or questions contact Ji Soo Yoon on [e-mail]

Applications Close: 11 November 2026