Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.
When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.
Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include
- As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
- Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
- Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
- Plus, so many more.
What you will be doing in this role
Are you an Assistant in Nursing currently working in aged care and ready to take the next step into acute care? This is your opportunity to transition into a hospital environment with the support, training and encouragement you need to succeed.
Joining our dedicated medical and surgical teams, you will be supported through a structured Transition to Acute Care Program designed specifically for AINs looking to expand their clinical skills and build confidence in a fast-paced hospital setting. Whether you are looking to grow your career, learn new skills or experience a different area of healthcare, we will support you every step of the way.
In this role, you will work under the guidance of experienced Registered and Enrolled Nurses to deliver safe, compassionate and person-centred care. You will assist patients with daily living activities, mobility support and comfort, while developing your knowledge and experience caring for patients in an acute hospital environment.
You will also play an important role in monitoring and reporting changes in patient conditions, contributing to clinical documentation and working collaboratively within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
If you are passionate about patient care, eager to learn and ready to grow your career in acute care nursing, we would love to hear from you.
Who we’re looking for
To be successful in this role you will be a dedicated Assistant in Nursing who sees this as a long-term career pathway not a short-term position while pursuing other qualifications
- Must hold a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, Certificate III Individual Support or a Certificate IV Ageing Support.
- Have the availability to work a minimum of 20 hours per week on a rotating roster covering 7 days a week including morning, evening and night shifts.
- Prior experience in providing direct care, ideally within a hospital, aged care, disability or rehabilitation setting
- Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, a compassionate approach, and a commitment to teamwork.
- Have an interest in nursing best practice with an understanding of policies to ensure confidentiality, dignity, respect and the rights of patients are upheld.
- Full Australian work rights (we do not offer sponsorship)
About Us
Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital. Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.
What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and progressed to interview and appointed if deemed suitable. Therefore, we encourage you to Apply Now to avoid disappointment.
If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Partner, Ashleigh Horne on careers@sah.org.au. Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.
Recruitment Agencies, thanks for thinking of us. However, we do not accept unsolicited calls or resumes from recruitment agencies.
