Dialysis Unit Care Assistant: Hands-on Patient Support

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Health NZ Counties Manukau is seeking a Health Care Assistant for the Scott Dialysis Unit at Middlemore Hospital in Auckland. You will support nurses in delivering renal care and assist with patient needs in a fast-paced unit.

The role requires 2+ years HCA experience in New Zealand and relevant NZ certificates. This is a full-time, rostered shifts position with opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• NZ Health Care Assistant certs required or equivalent.
• 2+ years HCA experience preferred in NZ.
• Experience in dialysis or renal care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurses with daily patient care tasks.
• Support patient routines, bathing, feeding and mobility.
• Communicate with patients and families; maintain accurate records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Education

NZ Level 4 Health Care Assistant certificate

NZ Level 3 Health Care Assistant certificate

Job description

Health NZ Counties Manukau is seeking a Health Care Assistant for the Scott Dialysis Unit at Middlemore Hospital in Auckland. You will support nurses in delivering renal care and assist with patient needs in a fast-paced unit.

The role requires 2+ years HCA experience in New Zealand and relevant NZ certificates. This is a full-time, rostered shifts position with opportunities for ongoing education and professional development.