Flexible Home Care PCA for Nursing Students

HealthX; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

No cost uniforms

Training provided

Flexible casual shifts

Job summary

HealthX is recruiting Personal Care Assistants (PCA's) for casual opportunities across community care services in the Toowoomba region, QLD.

This role is ideal for nursing students who have completed at least one clinical placement, preferably in a hospital setting, and are seeking flexible work while gaining hands-on health care experience. Casual shifts from 3 hours support patients and families as part of a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation.

Qualifications

• Availability to work on a casual basis (minimum 3-hour shifts)
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including night shifts
• Certificate III in Health and/or Aged Care, OR currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing or another health degree
• Ability to work across multiple clinical disciplines
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, team‑focused approach

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living
• Provide direct patient care under clinical supervision
• Support mobility, transfers, and basic clinical procedures
• Maintain patient dignity, comfort, and safety at all times
• Follow clinical protocols, infection control standards, and documentation requirements
• Be comfortable escalating concerns appropriately

Education

Certificate III in Health and/or Aged Care

Bachelor of Nursing or health degree (currently studying)

Strong communication skills

Compassionate, team-focused approach

Job description

HealthX is recruiting Personal Care Assistants (PCA's) for casual opportunities across community care services in the Toowoomba region, QLD.

This role is ideal for nursing students who have completed at least one clinical placement, preferably in a hospital setting, and are seeking flexible work while gaining hands-on health care experience. Casual shifts from 3 hours support patients and families as part of a values-driven, not-for-profit organisation.