Assistant in Nursing (530853)


Department of Health
Hospitals & Primary Care - Hospitals Sth
Hospitals Sth - Surgical & Periop Servs
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Position details

Applications close:

AEST

Award/Classification:

Nurses and Midwives (Tasmanian State Service) Award, Assistant in Nursing, Grade 1

Employment type:

Full Time, Part Time, Multiple FTE - F/T & P/Tpos

Region:

South

Location:

Royal Hobart Hospital

Job description:

Exciting opportunity for an Assistant in Nursing to join the Department of Health!

The Team:

The Trauma and Acute Surgery Unit (TASU) is a fast paced, acute ward environment, and prides itself on a high standard of acute general surgical and trauma nursing care. We are seeking Hospital Aide to join the team who are dynamic, enthusiastic and ready to continue their professional development. We provide high levels of support for all new staff, and emphasis teamwork, collegiality and a multidisciplinary approach leading to high quality patient care.

The Role:

1. Deliver nursing care as delegated by the RN, under the supervision of an RN or EN, according to the nursing care plan and within the scope of the AIN/AIM - Workplace Guidelines.
2. Work with the RN and/or EN in establishing priorities for patient/client care delivery.
3. Assist the RN and/or EN in the collection of appropriate data from patients, clients and/or family.
4. Provide information in support and reinforcement of the nursing care plan to the nurse, patients, client and/or family.
5. Maintain healthcare knowledge and skills in accordance with the AIN/AIM - Workplace Guidelines and competencies required under a Certificate III qualification, through participation in relevant staff education activities.
6. Participate in quality improvement activities.
7. Identify and report unsafe practices or any concerns in relation to the patient/client’s condition to the RN and/or EN.
8. The incumbent can expect to be allocated duties, not specifically mentioned in this document, that are within the capacity, qualifications and experience normally expected from persons occupying positions at this classification level.

You will need:

  1. Demonstrated knowledge and skills in patient/client care, with an ability to assist patients/clients to meet their personal care needs and perform activities of daily living as required.
  2. Ability to work as an effective team member in an acute care team environment.
  3. Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills, including written, verbal and numeracy skills.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Multiple permanent full time or part time, shift worker (fully rotational) position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, 

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $64,985 to $71,008per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

  • Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

  • Professional development and accelerated pathways.
  • A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
  • Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

  • Certificate in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care); or
  • Certificate in Individual Support (Ageing Specialisation); or
  • Is currently an undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing student who has completed their first-year clinical practice placement; or
  • A current Diploma of Nursing student who has completed their first clinical practice placement

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

  • Current First Aid Certificate

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties: 

Application Guide:  

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Elisa McMillan
Acting Nurse Unit Manager
(03) 6166 8035
rhhnumtasu@ths.tas.gov.au

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