Assistant in Nursing (AIN) - Aged Care (Casual / Short-Notice Shifts)
Location: Greater Sydney, NSW (North Shore, Inner West, Eastern Suburbs, Western Sydney, St George & Sutherland Shire)
Employment Type: Casual / Agency
Remuneration: Competitive casual hourly rates + Superannuation + Penalty rates (weekend, evening, and public holiday loadings)
About the Role We are actively seeking experienced and reliable Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our casual pool, supporting residential aged care facilities across Greater Sydney. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, value flexibility, and are available to pick up short-notice, on-call, and same-day shifts, we want to hear from you.
You will play a vital role in maintaining high standards of care and ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and respected when facilities experience unexpected staff shortages.
Key Responsibilities
- Personal Care: Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including showering, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
- Clinical Support: Monitor and report changes in residents’ physical or emotional wellbeing to the Registered Nurse (RN) on duty.
- Nutrition & Hydration: Assist with meal setup, feeding, and ensuring residents maintain adequate fluid intake.
- Manual Handling: Safely utilise lifting equipment and follow individual mobility care plans.
- Documentation: Accurately record care notes and incident reports in accordance with facility policies.
Essential Criteria
- Qualifications: Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), Certificate IV in Ageing Support, or Bachelor of Nursing students (having completed at least one clinical placement).
- Experience: Minimum 6 months of paid experience working in an Australian residential aged care facility.
- Clearances: Current National Police Check (less than 12 months old) and NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Vaccinations: Up-to-date COVID-19 and current seasonal Influenza vaccinations.
- Availability: Ability to accept last-minute shifts (AM, PM, and Night Duty) at short notice.
- Transport: Reliable transport or willingness to travel across various Sydney suburbs.
- Work Rights: Full, unrestricted Australian working rights (or valid visa with applicable work conditions).
Why Work With Us?
- Complete Flexibility: Choose when and where you work via our easy-to-use shift booking app - no minimum weekly hours required.
- Attractive Pay: Above-award casual hourly rates paid weekly, including generous shift penalties.
- Variety: Gain experience across reputable aged care facilities throughout Sydney.
- 24/7 Support: Access to a dedicated, Sydney-based allocations team available around the clock.
Additional information
- Choose the shifts that suit your lifestyle - AM, PM, or Nights
- Competitive pay rates
- 24/7 hour support from the team