Compassionate Aged Care Assistant

Estia Health; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Lodge Ltd in Mackay, Queensland is seeking Assistants in Nursing to join our clinical team on a casual basis. You will assist residents with daily living activities, provide accurate documentation, and maintain a caring and empathetic attitude toward residents under the guidance of our registered nurses.

This role involves direct resident care, supporting mobility, monitoring health status, and reporting changes to the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Empathy and compassion are essential to provide person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
• Monitor and report on resident health status and wellbeing.
• Support registered nurses in providing high-quality care.
• Maintain resident records and documentation.
• Assist in resident mobility and transfers.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Job description

Good Shepherd Lodge Ltd, located in Mackay, Queensland, have two facilities, Kerrisdale Gardens and Good Shepherd Lodge and we are seeking Assistants in Nursing to join our clinical team on a casual basis. The successful candidates will be responsible for assisting residents with activities of daily living, providing accurate documentation, and maintaining a caring and empathetic attitude towards residents.

About the Role:

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Assistants in Nursing (AIN’s) to join our team. As an AIN, you will play a vital role in providing direct care and support to residents, assisting with daily living activities, and contributing to the overall comfort and well-being of residents under the guidance of our registered nurses. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist residents with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding
• Monitor and report on resident health status, including vital signs and general well-being
• Support registered nurses in providing high-quality care
• Maintain resident records and documentation in accordance with healthcare standards
• Assist in resident mobility and