Assistant in Nursing

**Assistant in Nursing - Casual positions available**

**Norwest Private Hospital**

We believe in the delivery of quality clinical outcomes for our patients. Healthscope have over 19000 staff who are passionate and dedicated to providing quality healthcare. We provide exceptional patient care and support for our doctors.

Our people are known for achieving exceptional clinical outcomes, transparent public reporting and positive patient feedback that leads the industry. No matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families and it is a privilege to be part of their care.

Norwest Private Hospital is located in the rapidly developing North West corridor of Sydney and is operated by Healthscope, a leading provider of private healthcare in Australia. The hospital has 277 beds and is a high acuity facility with an Emergency Department located in Sydney’s Bella Vista.

**The Role**

**As an Assistant in Nursing your responsibilities will include**:

- Assisting in direct delivery of patient care
- Assisting the Registered Nurse and Enrolled Nurse in carrying out patient care duties
- Work as part of the health care team
- Provide patient centred care

**What you'll need to succeed**

Essential Qualities:

- **Certificate III (from an approved training provider) in Health Services Assistance
- Acute Care or 2**nd** year undergraduates studying RN**:

- Excellent ability to plan and prioritise work and use initiative
- Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Previous experience as an Assistant in Nursing is desirable
- Able to work independently and within a team
- Genuine willingness to help others
- Demonstrated initiative and proactive approach to nursing
- Flexibility with shift availability: range of shifts available including 4/6/7.5hour shifts, day/evening/nights

**What we can offer you**
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Close to shopping centre and public transport
- Reduced car park rates
- Sponsorship will not be offered for this position. Only applicants with eligibility to work in Australia, casual hours, or a Visa which permits employment in Australia or citizens residing in Australia who hold a current Special Category permit and have Permanent Resident status need apply*_

**Why Healthscope?**

We care about your career at Healthscope.

No matter where you go within our community of care, you'll be supported by great team leaders, be part of strong, innovative teams who always strive for better and have the opportunity to flourish and grow. Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day. We are the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia. But why does that matter? Our team is made up of over 19,000 highly experienced people working across a range of roles and specialisations. Supported by some of the best doctors in nationally, we come together to strive for better, sharing learnings, supporting each other, celebrating successes and facing challenges together.

Joining us opens the door to endless opportunities. We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development, specialisation and education, and support our people to grow and flourish.
- Come and be the difference in our patient's lives_.

**Applications close**: 25 October 2024