Undergraduate Assistant in Nursing – Casual Pool – The Sutherland Hospital

NSW Health; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an Undergraduate Assistant in Nursing for casual work at The Sutherland Hospital in Caringbah. The role involves supporting the nursing team and assisting with patient care. Candidates should be enrolled in a Bachelor of Nursing program and possess strong communication skills. This position offers flexible hours and various employee benefits, including salary packaging options and discounted gym memberships.

Benefits

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Continuing Education allowance opportunity

Qualifications

• Evidence of current enrolment in 2nd or 3rd year of undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing Degree.
• Good written and verbal communications skills.
• Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the nursing team in delivering nursing care.
• Provide direct care activities to patients under supervision.
• Assist Registered Nurses with patient care interventions.

Skills

Good written and verbal communications skills

Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrated basic computer skills

Education

Current enrolment in 2nd or 3rd year of Bachelor of Nursing Degree

Job description

Overview

Undergraduate Assistant in Nursing – Casual Pool – The Sutherland Hospital

Location: The Sutherland Hospital, Caringbah. Remuneration: $26.15 - $28.69 Per hour, plus superannuation. Hours Per Week: As required. Employment Type: Casual. Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing. Requisition ID: REQ610653. Applications Close Date: Sunday, 12 October 2025.

Learn more about The Sutherland Hospital and SESLHD. The SESLHD vision is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. Nursing and Midwifery at The Sutherland Hospital aims to build a united team that provides compassionate care through transformational, supportive and holistic Nursing and Midwifery.

Responsibilities

• Provision of support to the nursing team in the delivery of nursing care in an acute care environment as directed by the Registered Nurse
• Provide direct care activities to patients in accordance with the nursing care plan and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Assist Registered and Enrolled Nurses with patient care interventions as directed
• Contribute to collecting accurate health care information and maintaining accurate health care documentation as required
• Communicate effectively with patients and other health care team members in accordance with appropriate protocol

Qualifications

• Evidence of current enrolment in 2nd or 3rd year of undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing Degree
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• Proven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated basic computer skills

Benefits

• Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay. Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K for meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
• Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Opportunity to apply for Continuing Education allowance based on tertiary qualifications attained where applicable

Other information

Need more information? Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards are available. Details on applying for this position are provided. Our CORE values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Reasonable Adjustments: NSW Health recognises everyone is unique and may require adjustments to the recruitment/interview process. If adjustments are needed, please email [e-mail].

We embrace diversity and are committed to an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.

Information for applicants

• An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directives prior to offer
• We have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can provide support