Hospital Security & Patient Care Coordinator

Mid North Coast Local Health District; Kempsey; On-site; AUD 62,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Mid North Coast Local Health District in Kempsey, NSW, is seeking a Health and Security Assistant at Kempsey District Hospital. The role provides visible security presence, supports patient transfers, equipment movement and day-to-day patient care under clinical guidance.

You'll work on a 7-day rotating roster, including mornings, afternoons and nights, with potential morgue environment exposure. A NSW Class 1A Security Licence and First Aid certification are required.

Qualifications

• Current NSW Class 1A Security Licence (SLED).
• Senior First Aid Certificate holder.
• Valid driver licence required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms and security incidents across the hospital.
• Manage challenging behaviours and duress situations.
• Conduct internal and external patrols to ensure safety.
• Identify and report security risks and ensure patient flow.
• Support infection control and safe manual handling practices.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Reliability

Team collaboration

Patient care support

Education

NSW Class 1A Security Licence (SLED)

Senior First Aid Certificate

Driver licence

Job description

Mid North Coast Local Health District in Kempsey, NSW, is seeking a Health and Security Assistant at Kempsey District Hospital. The role provides visible security presence, supports patient transfers, equipment movement and day-to-day patient care under clinical guidance.

You'll work on a 7-day rotating roster, including mornings, afternoons and nights, with potential morgue environment exposure. A NSW Class 1A Security Licence and First Aid certification are required.