Assistant in Nursing - Coledale Hospital - Casual / Part-time / Full-time / Temporary & Permanent
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
As an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) at Coledale Hospital, you'll be at the heart of our healthcare team, providing essential support to both patients and nursing staff. Your role will involve assisting with patient care, including personal hygiene, mobility, and daily activities, while offering a comforting presence and ensuring patients' needs are met with empathy and respect.
You'll work closely with registered nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. By being an attentive and reliable member of our team, you'll help create a positive and supportive environment for patients during their stay. If you’re passionate about making a difference in people’s lives and eager to grow your skills in a caring and dynamic setting, we’d be thrilled to have you with us!
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
Coledale Hospital, located on Dharawal Country, is a 38-bed facility specialising in aged care services for the northern Illawarra. The hospital cares for patients transitioning to residential aged care facilities and has a purpose-built unit for patients with a dementia illness awaiting nursing home placement.
At Coledale Hospital, we believe in empowering our staff to explore career progression opportunities and professional development pathways. Whether that’s connecting you with supportive staff mentors, assisting with your education goals or helping you plan the next step for your career – we want to help you succeed.
Alongside supporting our staff to reach their career goals, we strongly believe in a healthy work-life balance. Our location, situated near the pristine Coledale Beach and surrounded by lush landscape, offers a beautiful backdrop to live and/or work. Fun fact: there's the chance to see whales or dolphins from the hospital grounds during migration season.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
· Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
· Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
· Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
· Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
· Discounted health insurance is available through a number of different private health insurance providers. Talk to your provider today for more information
· Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
· Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category A role.
· Working With Children Check (WWCC)
· HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or equivalent or 2 or 3 Year Undergraduate Nursing Student.
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
· Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
· Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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· For role-related queries or help applying, contact Aaron Chadwick
