Assistant In Nursing

Assistant In Nursing - 6D General Medical / Geriatrics

This is an exciting career opportunity to work as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) as part of our dynamic nursing team at Northern Beaches Hospital.

Ward 6D is an adult general medical ward with 30 beds. Of these, 20 are double rooms with ensuites, and ten are single rooms, which include one negative pressure room and one bariatric room with a ceiling hoist. We provide dedicated care for medical patients, specialising in geriatric care for elderly, frail individuals, and those with cognitive impairments.

As an experienced AIN your responsibilities will include:

- Provide exceptional customer service and person centred, evidence-based care in a timely
manner

- Maintain positive relationships with patients, families, staff from multi-disciplinary teams and VMOs from diverse backgrounds and cultures

- Evaluate and maintain safety standards in a variety of scenarios

- Work in a team, busy and high-workload environment

- Adhere to workplace policies and procedures

- Monitor, document and respond to patient status changes (desirable)

To be successful:

- TAFE / Certificate - Diploma level qualification in Community and Health Services or related
discipline (or working towards same) or is enrolled in an undergraduate program in nursing

- Previous experience as an Assistant in Nursing desired

- highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team

- flexibility to manage shift work (day and night) over 7 days

Employee Benefits:

Our OneHealthscope rewards program gives you access to a range of wellness benefits, as well as discounted onsite parking at Northern Beaches Hospital and access to Fitness Passport

- Employee Assistance Program and free services including medical examination of employees and discounted Healthscope services for permanent Healthscope employees and members of their immediate family.

- OneHealthscope rewards program with national deals and discounts for travel, health insurance and banking offers.

- Novated motor vehicle lease and Airline/Club membership

About Northern Beaches Hospital

Northern Beaches Hospital provides world-class, Level 5 delineation services for both public and private patients. The hospital features 486 beds, a 50-bed Emergency Department, a 20-bed general and cardiothoracic ICU, 14 state-of-the-art theatres including cardiac catheter labs, a world-class education centre, a doctors' lounge and excellent staff facilities including acafé and car parking. From cardiothoracic surgery and neurosurgery to luxury maternity and excellent emergency care, Northern Beaches Hospital has a wide range of services that can help you build a healthcare career in your chosen field. We are proud to be home to some of Australia’s leading clinical specialists and a training ground for the clinicians of the future. The Northern Beaches Clinical School is an innovative partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences at Macquarie University. NBH also has partnerships with other tertiary education institutions including well‑respected nursing schools. Northern Beaches Hospital offers staff opportunities to gain unique experience in a growing teaching hospital. Our culture is diverse, friendly and open to ideas.

If you are successful in the role, you will receive a salary based on your years of relevant experience against the current Healthscope and NSWNMA/ANMF – NSW Nurses and Midwives’ – Enterprise Agreement 2020 – 2024.

For further enquiries: Romeo Belonio, Nurse Unit Manager, romeo.belonio@healthscope.com.au
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form.

Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current (12 months or less) National Police check and a NSW Working with Children’s Check, prior to appointment and persons in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to commencement.

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