Assistant in Nursing (Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit)

Queensland Health; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Health's Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit in Cairns is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to provide compassionate, patient-centred care to surgical and orthopaedic patients, supporting daily living activities and maintaining a safe environment.

This role offers a welcoming regional lifestyle in the Cairns area, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to contribute to timely care in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate, and person-centred care to surgical and orthopaedic patients.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and comfort needs.
• Perform continence management and pressure injury prevention strategies.
• Assist with safe patient handling and transfers using appropriate mechanical aids and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical environment through restocking and equipment management.
• Contribute to a positive patient experience by promoting dignity, respect, and quality care.

Job description

Assistant in Nursing (Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit)

Make the move. Make a difference.

Care where you are truly needed.

Looking for more than just a nursing job? Join the Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit as a Assistant in Nursing and experience the unique opportunity to deliver care that truly matters - while living in one of Australia's most beautiful and relaxed tropical regions.

About us:

The Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit (SOAU) provides specialised care for surgical and orthopaedic patients, including those requiring ENT, Gynaecology, Urology, Vascular, and Plastics services. Our model of care focuses on rapid assessment, early treatment, minor procedures, and preparation for surgery, with assessment beds supporting care within 24 hours and inpatient beds providing short-stay management for up to 72 hours. Through a multidisciplinary approach, SOAU aims to deliver timely, high-quality care and optimise patient flow and outcomes across the surgical journey.

Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.

About your role:

In this position you will…..

• Provide safe, compassionate, and person-centred care to surgical and orthopaedic patients.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and comfort needs.
• Perform continence management and pressure injury prevention strategies.
• Assist with safe patient handling and transfers using appropriate mechanical aids and equipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical environment through restocking and equipment management.
• Contribute to a positive patient experience by promoting dignity, respect, and quality care.

For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD)evidence as required for your employment in accordance with legislation/government policy and Directives.

What we offer:

Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number ofworkplace benefits. Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.

Learnwhat it's like to work with us, in an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Discover our dynamic and culturally diverse region throughcommunity and lifestyle.

Listen to what some of our staff have to say aboutworking in our regions.

Visit our websiteto learn more about our hospitals and health centres.