Wardsperson

About the role
We are looking for dedicated individual to join our highly skilled Wardsperson operations team, where patient safety and wellbeing are our top priorities.

As a Wardsperson, you will play a vital role in the healthcare by:

• Maintaining a safe, efficient environment by supporting patient hygiene
• Transporting patients between wards, theatres, and imaging departments
• Facilitating the movement of equipment and supplies across departments.
• Responding promptly to incidents and emergencies
• Implementing proactive Wardsperson practices to enhance patient care

 All required training and education will be provided to ensure your success in this vital role.

About You

Responsibility: Take initiative and execute tasks with professionalism
Excellent Communication Skills: Interact clearly and effectively with patients, colleagues, and healthcare professionals.
Integrity: Demonstrate honesty, transparency, and ethical conduct in all interactions
Reliability: Be a reliable and trustworthy team member, consistently delivering on responsibilities

 
If you take pride in these qualities, we encourage you to apply!

How we will support you

You will be supported every step of the way with a dedicated Training Officer to guide you through your initial training phase with ongoing support from Wardsperson Operations Team and Senior Wardsperson to ensure you feel confident in your role.
Throughout your journey, you will receive comprehensive education and support including progress assessments, with valuable opportunities to learn from a diverse range of clinical and non-clinical staff.

Essential Requirements

Ability to work shifts within a 7 Day rotating roster and willingness to work across other locations within the Hunter New England Local Health

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 
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 
• 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 

Additional information

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

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. 



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For role related queries or questions contact Darran Hooper on Darran.Hooper@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

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

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.

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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