Compassionate Aged Care Assistant - Dignity & Comfort

Oceania; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Ongoing development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Oceania is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join Gracelands in Hastings, Hawke's Bay. You will support residents to live with dignity, comfort, and connection, delivering person-centred care within a supportive team.

With at least 1 year of caregiving experience, you’ll work flexibly across rosters, including weekends and overnights. We offer competitive pay, ongoing development, wellbeing support, and a meaningful role in New Zealand’s aged-care network.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of caregiving, aged care, or similar role.
• Compassionate, patient, and respectful approach to caring for older adults.
• Clear communication and a strong team-focused mindset.
• Willingness to work a rotating roster, including weekends and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care maintaining dignity, privacy, and comfort.
• Support residents with daily activities (hygiene, mobility, nutrition, hydration).
• Observe and respond to residents’ needs and escalate concerns.
• Build respectful relationships with residents and families/whānau.
• Create a safe, clean, and welcoming environment promoting wellbeing and independence.
• Follow individual care plans and collaborate with Registered Nurses for high-quality care.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with residents, families, and team.
• Ensure health, safety and infection control practices are followed.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Safety

Job description

Oceania is seeking a dedicated Healthcare Assistant to join Gracelands in Hastings, Hawke's Bay. You will support residents to live with dignity, comfort, and connection, delivering person-centred care within a supportive team.

With at least 1 year of caregiving experience, you’ll work flexibly across rosters, including weekends and overnights. We offer competitive pay, ongoing development, wellbeing support, and a meaningful role in New Zealand’s aged-care network.