Assistant in Nursing

2 weeks ago

Waratah, Australia Pristine Health Services Full time

Scope of Practice

Assistants in nursing work within a plan of care under the supervision and direction of the Registered Nurse and within the limits of the Assistant in Nursing position description

Assistants in Nursing retain responsibility for their own actions and remain accountable to the Registered Nurse for all allocated functions

Assistants in Nursing practice in accordance with NSW Health guidelines, the position description and local policy and protocol

**Responsibilities**:
Assist in the delivery of the following direct care activities as allocated by a Registered Nurse;
showering, bathing, sponging
repositioning, pressure area and skin care
hair washing, shaving
mouth and denture care
eye and ear care
assistance with toileting
provision, removal and cleaning of bedpans and urinals general ward ambulation and support mobilisation as per plan of care
reinforce instructions on use of aids for mobility or care as detailed in plan of care, where appropriate
assist with positioning, posture maintenance and comfort
observe and report patient completion of and performance of tasks in line with care plan
set up and assistance with patient meals and fluids for assessed low risk patients
simple wound dressings
last offices/care of the deceased

Assist in the collection of clinical data as allocated by a Registered Nurse;
patient weighing and specific measurements
specific patient observations
nursing admission (not nursing history or assessment)

Observe patients physical and psychological status and responses during the course of interactions within scope of knowledge, and report changes to the Registered Nurse

Report all patient observations to the appropriate Registered Nurse

Document all patient responses to direct care/assistance given, include in progress notes and clinical records in accordance with the plan of care and organisational protocols

Maintain the appearance and function of equipment such as lifting and mobilising aids, pressure reducing mattresses and other clinical devices used in nursing interventions

Change and make up occupied and unoccupied beds

Promote and maintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $45,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Shift work

COVID-19 considerations:
All Staff are to follow State and territory regulation in regard to COVID-19. Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccinations is required as part of recruitment process.

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Work Location: In person

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