Neonatal Care Assistant – Training & NZQA Level 3

New Zealand Government Joba; Northland; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Whangārei Hospital is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for the Neonatal Unit. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Midwife to support environmental tasks, including Milk Bank, room preparation, supplies, meals, and patient transport.

This permanent, full-time equivalent is 0.7FTE (28.5 hours/week) with rostered shifts and opportunities to obtain NZQA Level 3 certificate in a healthcare qualification, contributing to professional

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and empathetic patient care.
• Ability to work under guidance from RN or Midwife.
• Commitment to high-quality care and safety in a neonatal setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient rooms and restock supplies.
• Deliver patient meals and transport patients to radiology.
• Maintain a safe, organized environment and assist the RN/Midwife.
• Contribute to patient satisfaction and hospital workflow.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Time management

Teamwork

Cultural awareness

Quality care

Education

NZQA Level 3 healthcare qualification

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Whangārei Hospital is seeking a Healthcare Assistant for the Neonatal Unit. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Midwife to support environmental tasks, including Milk Bank, room preparation, supplies, meals, and patient transport.

This permanent, full-time equivalent is 0.7FTE (28.5 hours/week) with rostered shifts and opportunities to obtain NZQA Level 3 certificate in a healthcare qualification, contributing to professional