• Multiple casual opportunities available
• Work for a leading provider of psychiatric services in South Australia

The Opportunity

Working as an Assistant in Nursing, you will work across our 3 wards (84 beds), which is dedicated to adult acute mental illnesses including depression, anxiety, psychosis, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.  You will work alongside a highly professional and compassionate team made up of psychiatric, allied health and medical staff.

In the role, you will be responsible for assisting health care and support teams, including Registered and Enrolled Nurses, in the provision and care for patients. This will involve, but is not limited to;

• Participating in Patient Care rounds to ensure patients have everything within their reach and their needs are addressed;
• Observing and promptly reporting changes in patients issues or patient needs and enquiries to the Registered Nurse; and
• Caring for patients whilst ensuring the maintenance of their security, modesty and self-esteem.

About You

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance OR Certificate III in Care Support Services OR Certificate III in Aged Care OR currently completing a relevant Undergraduate Degree;
• Completion of a recognised Patient Care Assistant training program or equivalent;
• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently as required;
• Effective interpersonal communication skills;
• Demonstrated time management and organisational skills; and
• Self-motivated and able to work effectively and according to directions.

Candidates with a Certificate IV qualification in Health Services, or currently completing their 2^nd or 3^rd year as a nursing student, with experience in an acute hospital setting will be highly regarded.

Why the Ramsay Clinic Adelaide?

The Ramsay Clinic Adelaide is a part of the Ramsay Health Care South Australian Mental Health Services Group of hospitals and is a leading provider of psychiatric services in this State. A teaching facility of the University of Adelaide, the Clinic provides a full range of general, acute and specialised psychiatric services and community outreach services.

The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with 72 Australian sites employing over 34,000 people. We have been focused on delivering high-quality patient care and practising the Ramsay Way philosophy of ‘People Caring for People’ since 1964.

What’s in it for you?

Professional Advancement: Recognition, Rewards, Professional Development, and Employee referral programs. Free access to LinkedIn Learning, education scholarships and the Ramsay Leadership Academy to support career progression.

Discounts: Hospital, Allied Health & Pharmacy discounts - you’ll pay less for hospital cover and receive higher extras limits for things like General and Major Dental.

Health and Wellbeing: Flexible work opportunities with the ability to have a say in your roster, Flexible Leave Program, and a free Employee Assistance Program offering access to confidential counselling, coaching and support.

Leisure/Social/Financial: Discounts for leisure travel with selected Hotels, salary sacrifice opportunities e.g., airport lounge membership, self-education expenses, novated leasing and more.

*Please note casual employees may not be eligible for all benefits. 

Requirements

• Must provide a National Police check conducted within the previous 12 months
• According to the role, Ramsay may require a Working-With-Children check and proof of immunisation against infectious diseases.

To Apply

All applications must be lodged online. Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety.  Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com

For enquiries, please contact:
Jennifer Robertson, Assistant Director of Clinical Services

E: RobertsonJ@ramsayhealth.com.au