Assistant In Nursing - Paediatric Inpatient Unit, Queensland Health

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Salary packaging

Competitive salary with annual escaltd

Job summary

Queensland Health in Brisbane − North is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to provide nursing or midwifery team support under supervision in the Paediatric Inpatient Unit. You will assist with delegated actions and respond to health changes under the direction of a registered nurse/midwife.

The role emphasizes safe, culturally appropriate patient care within a supportive team, with flexible schedules and a focus on consumer-centered care.

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide nursing or midwifery care under supervision.
• Follow NMBA decision-making framework when needed.
• Work in Paediatric Inpatient Unit with safety focus.
• Commitment to culturally safe, high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assist in nursing/midwifery team support and delegated actions.
• Report sudden health status changes to the registered nurse/midwife.
• Act within legislation to ensure safe and relevant care.
• Contribute to Paediatric Inpatient Unit operations.

Skills

Nursing support

Midwifery knowledge

Clinical observation

Job description

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

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

Assistant in Nursing - Paediatric Inpatient Unit, Queensland Health Brisbane - North, Australia