Assistant in Nursing
Job No: JR108406
Cairns Private Hospital
Permanent
Nursing - Assistant
* Permanent part time positions: Enjoy flexible hours for better work life balance
* We care about YOU Access counselling, wellbeing services, legal & financial assistance
* Join Australia's largest private health care provider.
The Opportunity
We are seeking Assistants in Nursing to join our Cardiac Medical Ward providing assistance to our patients at the direction of our Registered and Enrolled Nurses. This role would be well suited to an AIN or a 2nd Year Nursing Undergraduate with an interest cardiac, medical or high acuity nursing specialties. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, you will perform duties with the support and guidance of the Department Manager, Clinical Nurse, Team and Shift Leaders to ensure a high level of quality patient care is delivered in line with the care values and strategic direction of the Hospital and Ramsay Health Care.
Skills and Experience
To succeed in this role, you will be a positive and effective team player with excellent clinical and interpersonal skills. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and be dedicated to providing patient focused care.
You will also demonstrate:
* Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or be currently enrolled as a 2nd or 3rd year Registered Nursing student.
* Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment
* Self-motivated and able to work effectively according to directions
* High level of interpersonal and communication skills
* High level of customer service and excellent time management skills
* Understanding of infection control principles
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: Ramsay Rewards - Access great deals at over 100+ major retailers. 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 24/7.
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.
The Hospital
The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care, a global operator of private hospitals and primary care clinics with over 70 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.
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.
For enquiries, please contact Nivya Kopply Varghese via,
Applications Close: 7th January 2025
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Advertised: 10 Dec 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 07 Jan 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
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