Assistant in Nursing

About the role
Assisting with the provision of quality, safe person and family centred care under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Midwife (RM). Work may be overseen by an Enrolled Nurse (EN).
The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) provides essential support in assisting Registered and Enrolled Nurses and other professionals in the provision of quality perioperative care. The AIN contributes to the successful function of the team by following instructions and guidance from the registered nurse, and maintains an environment which adheres to perioperative standards, policies and procedures & report observations of non-adherence to standards and any incidents to the Registered Nurse.

**The duties of this position include**:

- 'Set-ups' for theatre cases carefully following procedure and surgeon preference cards and cleans equipment and the environment as required by following standards and infection prevention guidelines.
- Sink nurse duties, transporting used instruments from the operating theatres (OT) to the central sterilising department (CSD) and distributing sterile instrument trays from CSD to designated location for storage within OT's.
- Cleaning duties, undertaking effective cleaning of the operating rooms and perioperative environment, helping to achieve a safe, visibly clean environment of an acceptable standard.
- Restocking of the operating theatres and sterile stores room as required, alerting the floor coordinator of missing stock.

About you
- Supports and respects the multidisciplinary team, communicating effectively and demonstrating a commitment to achieve common goals.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a risk management framework, and in accordance with professional standards (eg. infection control, Nursing & Midwifery board of Australia, Codes & Competency Standards & legislation) which impact on nursing practice.
- Contribute to the successful function of the team by following instructions and guidance from the registered nurse.
- Clean equipment, instruments and the environment as required by standards and infection prevention.
- Assist with setting up of instruments/equipment for the following days procedures and dispatching of instruments/equipment to correct locations.
- Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and engage with members of the healthcare team, patients, relatives and visitors whilst displaying a high level of customer service.

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16

About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link

**Benefits**:

- 17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply)
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- Professional development
- Salary sacrificing options
- Wellness programs
- Employee Assistance Service (EAS).

To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.