Assistant in Nursing - Transitional Aged Care Program
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time and Permanent Part Time opportunities available.
Position Classification: Assist In Nursing
Remuneration: $26.14 - $28.68 per annum + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ560224
About the role:
- TACP provides a multidisciplinary in-home rehabilitation program to clients after an acute hospital admission.
- The team consists of nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, dietetics, and social work combined with a full complement of community support services.
- As part of the nursing team, you will have an array of roles, from assisting the client with their personal care, attending clinical observations within the scope of practice, ensuring the client is able to attend their ADL management, and assisting clients in completing their home exercise program
- You will work as a valued member of the multi-disciplinary team with the aim of increasing and maximising our client’s level of independence.
- This role reports to the Transitional Aged Care Program NUM and a full orientation will be provided on commencement.
- AIN qualification - preferably with rehabilitation experience.
- Confidence to work independently while knowing when to seek support.
- Ability to work within scope and provide quality care in a home setting.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Requirements & Additional information:
- Certificate III Assistant in Nursing
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent and temporary part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Matthew Jones on Matthew.Jones2@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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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.
Hunter New England Health 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.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England 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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