Assistant in Nursing
Assistant in Nursing
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Job Description
About the role
Mater Private Hospital Mackay has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant in Nursing to join the team in a permanent fulltime role.
You will work as part of an established proactive team supporting Registered and Enrolled Nurses in the provision of safe quality patient care. You will gain extensive experience with the opportunity for career progression.
The Mater Private Hospital Mackay has been providing excellence in clinical and pastoral care to the people of Mackay and its surrounds since 1927. Our hospital is a modern 105bed facility featuring five operating theatres and a wide range of specialist clinical services.
Salary range: $33.20 $36.35 per hour plus 11.5 superannuation andaccess to notforprofit salary packaging up to $15900access to many staff benefits!
What youll be doing
The Assistant in Nursing assists and supports the clinical teams in providing safe and quality patientcentred care under the direction of the Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse. Exciting opportunity to work in a hospital environment whilst completing your training. Preference given to staff for postgraduate nursing positions.
- Assist in the provision of care and support of patients within the scope of Assistant in Nursing practice professional expertise and recognised competencies;
- Adhere to care plans to contribute to the optimal care outcomes in collaboration with members of the clinical team(s);
- Ensure episode of care documentation is in accordance with applicable Mater frameworks policies procedures work instructions forms and guidelines
- Contribute to the holistic care of patients by contributing to the employees overall comfort and wellbeing with regard to the values customs and spiritual beliefs of patients and their family/carers;
- Accept and adhere to all policies and procedures of Mater and your employment location;
- Undertake other duties/responsibilities as directed by your direct Reporting Authority or other designated authority(s).
About you
To be successful in an Assistant in Nursing role you will have the following:
- Minimum Certificate III qualification in Individual Support or Health Services Assistance or a second year Bachelor of Nursing student with first clinical placement completed
- Digital and computer proficiency extending to Microsoft 365 applications
- Ability to collaborate effectively with other health professionals at all levels patients and relatives
- Excellent communication problem solving and negotiation skills
Desirable:
- Prior comparable experience as an Assistant in Nursing or Personal Care Attendant/Assistant
- Working towards the attainment of a Registered Nurse Midwife or Enrolled Nurse qualification and in the second or final year of studies
Why join us
Mater is Queenslands largest notforprofit healthcare provider delivering exceptional care to nearly 700000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12 hospitals. Were leaders in healthcare education fundraising & philanthropy and research and its our people who make the difference.
Were looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater youll be part of a purposedriven organisation that values innovation compassion and excellence.
- Increase your takehome pay with generous salary packaging options including meal and entertainment benefits
- Grow your career with access to industryleading training and professional development through Mater Education
- Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program and onsite pastoral care teams
- Access a range of health and wellbeing services with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- Exclusive discounts across dining retail travel accommodation (just to name a few!
- Stay active with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- Convenient discounted onsite parking
- Enjoy great food with reduced prices at our campus cafs and coffee spots
- Join Queenslands Largest and Most Innovative NotforProfit Healthcare Team.
Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. #MAKEYOURMATERMOVE
Find out more about living in Central Queensland/North Queensland by visiting our Local Living page.
Applications close on Wednesday 14th May 2025. Please note we may contact applicants prior to the closing date please do not hesitate to APPLY NOW!
Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
Please Note: We will not require any support from Recruitment Agencies at this time and kindly request no contact is made. Only direct applications will be considered.
Mater Group is dedicated to creating a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an Equal Opportunity Employer we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and abilities. We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater please visit our Reconciliation webpage.
Employment Type
Full-Time
