Casual Acute Care Nursing Assistant

Department of Health; Riverside; On-site; AUD 67,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Study/leaves support

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Carer Accredited Employer Status

Job summary

The Department of Health in Tasmania is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to deliver delegated care under supervision. You will work with RNs/ENs to prioritise patient care, maintain clinical knowledge, and participate in staff education.

Eligibility includes Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or related qualifications. Fixed-term, casual, and scheduling may vary with hours negotiated. Benefits include employer superannuation and salary packaging.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) qualification required.
• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing Specialisation) qualification required.
• Undergraduate/Bachelor of Nursing with clinical placement considered.
• Diploma of Nursing may be acceptable depending on position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care as delegated by the RN under supervision.
• Prioritise patient care in collaboration with RN/EN.
• Maintain knowledge and participate in staff education.
• Support patients with activities of daily living and confidentiality.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Manual handling

Infection control

Privacy & confidentiality

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care)

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing Specialisation)

Undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing (first-year completed)

Diploma of Nursing (in progress)

Working with Children Registration

Job description

The Department of Health in Tasmania is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to deliver delegated care under supervision. You will work with RNs/ENs to prioritise patient care, maintain clinical knowledge, and participate in staff education.

Eligibility includes Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or related qualifications. Fixed-term, casual, and scheduling may vary with hours negotiated. Benefits include employer superannuation and salary packaging.