Assistant in Nursing

Location:

Northam

Unit/Division: WACHS
- Wheatbelt >
Western Wheatbelt
- Ward and Emergency Department

Work Type:
Casual, Permanent
- Full Time, Permanent
- Part Time

Looking to make a meaningful difference in regional healthcare? Join our team in Northam (approximately 95km from Perth) as an Assistant in Nursing where you’ll support patients and families as part of a dedicated nursing team. We have full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available, with a strong focus on teamwork, support and person‑centred care.

Sponsorship is not available for this position

The Assistant in Nursing is responsible for delivery of care within the scope of the duties of the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse. The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is responsible for the delivery of the delegated care in a safe and person‑centred approach, in collaboration with patients, their families and nurses.

• Effective interpersonal skills, written and verbal, inclusive of numerics skills.
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge of safe manual handling procedures, knowledge of occupational health and safety principles including patient handling and infection control.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated digital capability to enable navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing of online learning resources.

To learn more about the role, please refer to the attached

Job Description Form and contact Rachael Lamp Coordinator of Nursing and Midwifery (CONM) on  or WACHSWBNortham

CoNM.gov.au
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The Western Australian Country Health Service offer our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:

• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
  • Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses
  • Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment
  • Access to innovative vehicle leasing and pre‑tax vehicle expenses
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• As a WAC Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds, Please see attached flyer for further details.

The Wheatbelt region spans 155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative, rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health promotion, and child, school, and community health services.

District hospitals in Narrogin, Northam, Merredin, and Moora, along with 35 smaller community hospitals and health centres, ensure comprehensive care across the region. With a strong community spirit and diverse career prospects, WACHS Wheatbelt is ideal for living, working, and exploring.

• A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
• A 200-word statement outlining your skills and abilities as they relate to the essential work‑related requirements and what you will bring to the role
• Evidence of your
  
  Qualification:
  • AIN (non‑student):
    Evidence of successful completion of the nationally recognised qualification, Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
    - Acute Care
• OR
• AIN (Student):
  Evidence of successful completion with academic good standing of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved program of study for either:
  • Stage 1 and 2 (66% completion) of Diploma of Nursing programme
  • 50% completion of initial registration qualifications leading to registration with NMBA as a registered nurse and/or midwife:
  • Semester 1 to 3 of Bachelor qualification
  • Semester 1 to 4 of Dual Bachelor qualification
  • Semester 1 to 2 of Master (Graduate-entry) qualifications
  • Semester 1 to 4 of overseas registration…