Health Assistant in Nursing (HAN) - Nursing Workforce Unit

Melbourne Health; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading public healthcare provider in Melbourne is seeking a part-time Health Assistant in Nursing to provide safe and person-centred care. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 months of healthcare experience and be committed to a culture of kindness and excellence. The role requires the ability to work a rotating roster and collaborate with nursing teams across multiple areas of the hospital.

Benefits

Up to $12,000 tax-free earnings with salary packaging options

Commitment to safety culture and positive patient outcomes

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in a healthcare setting; hospital experience is desirable.
• Skilled in inpatient partnership, maintaining safety and managing behaviours of concern.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and assistance in partnership with patients.
• Work within scope of practice under the direction and supervision of nursing staff.
• Work within the Nursing Workforce Unit with allocations across clinical areas.

Job description

Overview

Health Assistant in Nursing (HAN) - Nursing Workforce Unit

Posting Start Date: 08/10/2025 • Advertisement End Date: 30/10/2025

Work Location: The RMH Parkville (City campus) & The RMH Royal Park

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is one of Australia’s leading public healthcare providers. Join the team. Build a career. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join The Royal Melbourne Hospital.

The HAN is a valued member of the patient care team. The HAN provides Safe, Timely, Effective and Person-centred (STEP) care to our patients together with our multidisciplinary teams. The HAN may work across various areas in one of Melbourne’s leading hospitals, including medical, surgical, mental health, rehabilitation, aged care, outpatient, and community programs.

Responsibilities

• Grow your career at one of Melbourne's best and values-based hospitals.
• Part-time ongoing opportunities available.
• Work in a rotating roster.
• Provide direct care and assistance in partnership with patients, and where applicable, carers and families, supporting the nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
• Work within scope of practice under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) and/or a Registered Nurse (RN) delegate within education, competencies, and clearly defined role parameters.
• Work within the Nursing Workforce Unit with allocations across clinical areas including acute and sub-acute wards, and aged care settings.

About You

• Commitment to STEP care, the Melbourne Way: putting people first, leading with kindness, and achieving excellence together.
• Able to work a rotating roster Monday to Sunday including AM, PM and ND shifts.
• Minimum commitment of 48 hours per fortnight.
• At least 6 months of experience in a healthcare setting; hospital experience is desirable.
• Skilled in inpatient partnership, maintaining safety and managing behaviours of concern.

Benefits

• Be part of a culture that fosters respect and diversity and where your contributions truly make an impact.
• Commitment to safety culture and working collaboratively towards positive patient outcomes.
• Up to $12,000 tax-free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Our values: Leading with kindness, People first and Excellence together.

How to Apply

Please apply via the link with your CV and Cover Letter. If you need extra time or support with your application, please reach out to the hiring manager or the Recruitment Services Team.

To view a copy of the Position Description, please click here.

Recruitment is ongoing, and interviews may commence before the closing date.

To view a copy of RMH’s Nursing Professional Practice Framework, please click here.

Contact

Advertisement Contact (Name and phone): Jasper Castillo 9138 0533

The RMH is proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion, and equality for our staff and our community. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply. RMH will consider adjustments to support applications. For more information on RMH Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives please click here.