Job Title: Assistant in Nursing
This role is designed to provide nursing and midwifery support, under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Key responsibilities include assisting with the care and treatment of consumers, as well as supporting the provision of services within the central sterilisation unit.
Key Accountabilities:
* Fulfil the responsibilities of this role in accordance with Schedule 2, Nurses and Midwives (Queensland Health Award) (2015) - Generic Level Statements Nurse Grade 1 Band 1.
* Assist in the provision of nursing and midwifery team support and undertake delegated actions in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia Decision Making Framework.
* Respond appropriately and report sudden alterations in the health status of the consumer/person to the Registered Nurse/Midwife.
Health Equity:
It is expected that all staff contribute to the health equity agenda and meet the intent of supporting the defined six actions that specifically meet the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards (NSQHS).
Benefits:
* Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas.
* Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
* Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
About Metro North Health:
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees. We offer unique and rewarding professional development opportunities in a safe and flexible work environment with a focus on putting our people first.