About the Role: 

The von Rieben Wards and High Dependency Unit are responsible for the safe contemporary care of patients within Burnside Hospital. 

Von Rieben Wards are pivotal within the function of Burnside Hospital and as such contribute to the hospital achieving consistently, its mission, values and business objectives. 

As an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) you will play a vital role in delivering safe contemporary care to patients, within the von Rieben Wards. 

In this role, you will assist with direct patient care, maintain accurate health documentation, and communicate effectively with both patients and all healthcare professionals within the Hospital. Your contributions will be vital in ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of our patients.

About you: 

 You will be enrolled in an undergraduate nursing, having completed your first year or possess a Certificate IV in Health Services Assistance. This position allows you to work closely with Registered Nurses (RNs), Clinical Nurses (CNs), Enrolled Nurses (ENs) Visiting Medical Officers (VMOs) and Allied Health Professionals as you contribute to the nursing care plan and enhance patient experiences.

We are looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals who are eager to grow in their nursing careers.

• Must be a 2nd or 3rd year nursing student, or hold a Certificate IV in Health Services Assistance
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• Ability to follow directions and work well within a team under the supervision of RNs
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols
• Your proactive attitude towards learning and development will be essential in this role as you assist in various patient care activities while adhering to hospital policies and procedures
• Take the ideal step into developing your nursing career and understanding the healthcare setting
• Gain hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth

Please see attached position description for further details

What we offer you: 

• Flexible 5-day roster
• Up to $15,900 p.a. salary package on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, and other everyday living expenses
• Up to $2,600 p.a. salary package on meals and entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
• Access to novated leasing for car and car expenses
• A healthy work life balance through flexible work options
• Wellbeing program which includes three free physio sessions per year

About us: 

Burnside Hospital is committed to providing exceptional care to our patients, their families, and the community. Our vision is to be the hospital of choice, trusted for our compassionate services and innovative practices. We pride ourselves on our values of empathy, respect, safety, and teamwork, ensuring a positive, inclusive culture for our staff.

An exciting new chapter for Burnside Hospital, culminating in the creation of Burnside Hospital Stepney. The acquisition of a new hospital allows us to expand our operations across two conveniently located sites in the eastern suburbs.

With this strategic move, we effectively double our capabilities, growing from five operating theatres to ten and increasing our bed count from 76 to 125. Most importantly, this expansion enables us to provide even more care to our community. 

Burnside Hospital continues to operate as a not-for-profit community hospital, sharing the same patient-first ethos. This means our commitment to putting patients at the forefront of everything we do will continue unabated.

If you are a motivated person who realises the opportunity this role offers and are ready to be a part of a team where you can utilise your skills and passion to provide excellent patient-centered care, we want to hear from you!

Simply complete the application process by clicking the "Apply Now' button, and please submit your most recent resume and covering letter in support. 

All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory working with children check and pre-employment health assessment.

No recruitment agencies please.