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SalaryThis position is a temporary vacancy for up to 12 months, full time and part time hours are available. The Division of Medicine within Canberra Health Service provides overarching staffing support and resources for our patients across various medical wards including the Emergency Department.
This position works a 24/7 roster including night duty. Can work across all areas of the Division of Medicine
The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) works under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
The AIN assists in the delivery of the direct patient care.
The AIN in the Emergency Department assists with monitoring patients in the waiting rooms and works mornings and evening shifts.
POSITION OVERVIEW
DUTIES
You will:
ABOUT YOU
Behavioural Capabilities
- Good verbal and written communication
- Ability to work as a team
Position Requirements/Qualifications:
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or recognised equivalent and/or working towards Bachelor of Nursing or recognised equivalent
The successful applicant will need to be available for weekend and after-hours work.
Have an understanding of how the National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) indicators align with this role.
Prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to:
- Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check.
- Obtain a Compliance Certificate from OMU (Occupational Medicine Unit) relating to assessment, screening, and vaccination processes against specified infectious diseases.
Note: This position is a temporary position available for up to 12 months. Full time and part time hours are available. The full time salary will be paid pro rata for part time positions.
WHAT YOU REQUIRE
These are the key selection criteria for how you will be assessed in conjunction with your resumé and experience:
- Proven commitment to providing effective care and support for patients in an acute clinical care setting.
- Ability to work under the direct and indirect supervision of Registered Nurses and within a team providing patient centered care.
- Demonstrated verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills of a high standard.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of privacy and confidentiality requirements in health care services.
- Demonstrates understanding of, and adherence to, safety and quality standards, Work, Health, and Safety (WHS) and the positive patient experience. Displays behaviour consistent with CHS’s values of Reliable, Progressive, Respectful, and Kind.
HOW TO APPLY / OR WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system. Applications must include a copy of a current resumé, and
A response to the selection criteria under “what you require” in no more than two pages.
Where possible include specific relevant examples of your work.
CHS Contact: Jennifer Rochow Jennifer.rochow@act.gov.au 5124 3753
