Assistant in Nursing - Paediatric Inpatient Unit

Queensland Health; Redcliffe; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary rates

Salary packaging

Job summary

Metro North Health in Queensland is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to support the Paediatric Inpatient Unit. This permanent part-time role provides nursing or midwifery team support under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse/midwife to deliver consumer/person-centred care.

Our ideal candidate will follow the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Decision Making Framework, respond to health changes promptly, and ensure a safe, culturally appropriate care environment for all

Qualifications

• Assist in the provision of nursing and midwifery team support and undertake delegated actions in line with the NMBA framework.
• Respond appropriately and report changes in health status to the registered nurse/midwife.
• Operate in line with legislation to provide a safe and relevant environment for individuals and groups.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing nursing and midwifery team support under supervision.
• Report sudden alterations in health status to the registered nurse/midwife.
• Operate in accordance with NMBA framework and legislation to ensure safe care.
• Contribute to culturally safe, high-quality care in the Paediatric Inpatient Unit.

Job description

Assistant in Nursing - Paediatric Inpatient Unit

Permanent part time opportunity to provide nursing or midwifery team support and undertake the nursing or midwifery care under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse/midwife to support consumer/person-centred care.

About the role

Permanent part time opportunity to provide nursing or midwifery team support and undertake the nursing or midwifery care under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse/midwife to support consumer/person-centred care.

About you

Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:

• Assist in the provision of nursing and midwifery team support and undertake delegated actions in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) of Australia Decision Making Framework.


• Respond appropriately and report sudden alterations in the health status of the consumer/person to the registered nurse/midwife.


• Function in accordance with legislation when undertaking activities as delegated to provide an environment and care that is safe and relevant for individuals and groups.


• Contribute to the effective functioning of Paediatric Inpatient Unit in the provision of culturally safe high-quality care.

Benefits when working for us

• Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas


• Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance


• Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases


• Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging

Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first. You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.