Palliative Care Nursing Assistant – Compassionate Support

NSW Health; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

The Assistant in Nursing – Palliative Care position is based in Wauchope and offers permanent part-time work with a 50-hour weekly schedule. The role provides nursing support under supervision, with an emphasis on compassionate, person-centred care for patients and families in palliative and end-of-life settings.

Applicants should have a Health Services Assistant qualification or be pursuing nursing studies, and be able to work within a multidisciplinary team while adhering to NSW Health

Qualifications

• Health Services Assistant qualification or ongoing nursing studies.
• Ability to assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Commitment to infection prevention and control principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Assist with personal care and patient comfort measures.
• Monitor and report vital signs to the supervising nurse.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation using electronic health systems.

Skills

Compassionate

Clinical skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Health Services Assistant qualification

Tools

Electronic health systems

Job description

The Assistant in Nursing – Palliative Care position is based in Wauchope and offers permanent part-time work with a 50-hour weekly schedule. The role provides nursing support under supervision, with an emphasis on compassionate, person-centred care for patients and families in palliative and end-of-life settings.

Applicants should have a Health Services Assistant qualification or be pursuing nursing studies, and be able to work within a multidisciplinary team while adhering to NSW Health