Assistant In Nursing

Join our compassionate team at Quirindi, where you'll provide high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Employment Type : CasualPosition Classification: Assistant in NursingRemuneration: $32.79 - $35.63 Per Hour + 11.5% Super + Salary PackagingHours Per Week: 38Location: QuirindiRequisition ID: REQ538974Applications Close: Sunday 5th January 2025
At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations.
You'll contribute to the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
On top of this we also offer: Orientation plus ongoing education and professional development opportunities Positive and supportive workplace culture Relocation assistance to help you settle in – Welcome Experience Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals About the role: We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant in Nursing to join our dynamic team, providing quality, timely, and culturally appropriate care to the Quirindi community and surrounding areas.
You will support a diverse group of patients dealing with various physical and mental health challenges, showcasing your dedication to patient safety and quality care.In this role, you will contribute to the promotion of evidence-based practices and support the development and evaluation of clinical pathways.
You will participate in healthcare planning, practice, and delivery in line with the National Patient Safety and Quality Standards.
Orientation and training will be provided, supported by the Health Service Manager and an onsite team that includes a full-time Clinical Nurse Educator and the multidisciplinary team.
The Quirindi team values inclusivity, and our approachable Health Service Manager is committed to listening and addressing areas for improvement.If the below sounds like you we'd LOVE to see you apply
You are a motivated Assistant in Nursing with strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
You are open to learning experiences and see them as opportunities to enhance your skills.
You have a strong focus on patient-centred care and integrate the principles of excellence into your practice within your scope of work.
You are able to deliver care within legal and ethical boundaries, supported by local and state-wide policies and procedures.
You act in alignment with the HNE Health Values Charter and NSW Health Code of Conduct.
You model behaviours that reflect the Excellence Framework (Every Patient, Every Time) and conduct your work in a way that embodies cultural respect, in line with HNE Health's Closing the Gap strategy.
Where you'll be working: Known as the 'nest in the hills', Quirindi is located in the picturesque Liverpool Plains, less than an hours' drive from Tamworth.
The town is surrounded by stunning landscapes and picture-perfect sunflower fields.Our team are professional, experienced and compassionate, with a strong commitment to working in line with our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
We are proud to promote an inclusive community and are passionate about supporting each other to succeed. Additional information: To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia.
Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered.
Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Requirements: Our successful candidate will possess the following:
Certificate III Assistant in Nursing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree (completion of first year and first semester or trimester of second year) or have equivalent experience. Want to know more?
Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Jodie Martin on Information for Applicants: Hunter New England Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards.
We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care.
All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health.
For more information, please visit: This is a Category A position.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
HNE Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits?such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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