Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, Berri
AIN | Casual (up to 10 April 2026)
Salary: $29.81 - $30.69 per hour + 25% casual loading Join Our Team as an Assistant in Nursing: Make a Difference in the Lives of Aboriginal Communities
Are you passionate about supporting the delivery of high-quality, home-based care and making a meaningful impact in Aboriginal communities?
We're looking for a dedicated Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to provide support in the delivery of care.
This is your chance to use your skills and expertise to assist in delivering exceptional care that helps individuals maintain their independence and live fulfilling lives.
About the Role:
The Assistant in Nursing at this level supports Enrolled and Registered Nurses/Midwives in the delivery of general patient/client care and undertakes basic nursing duties that would otherwise have been performed by an Enrolled or Registered Nurse/Midwife.
Employees at this level are accountable for their own actions and work independently while assisting in the delivery of high-quality care.
In this role, you will support Enrolled and Registered Nurses/Midwives in providing general patient and client care, ensuring that each individual receives the necessary care and attention in their home environment.
You will undertake basic nursing duties, such as monitoring vital signs, assisting with personal care needs, and supporting clients with activities of daily living.
These tasks are crucial in maintaining the comfort and well-being of the individuals in your care.
Additionally, you will work collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure that care plans are followed appropriately.
Your role will involve maintaining accurate records of patient and client care, helping to track progress and identifying any concerns or changes in health status.
Should any issues arise, you will report these to senior nursing staff for further evaluation and action.
You will ensure that all care delivery is safe, efficient, and compliant with healthcare regulations.
This includes adhering to best practices, respecting cultural considerations, and ensuring that the care provided meets both regulatory and personal needs.
What We're Looking For: Be enrolled as a student in an undergraduate program in nursing or midwifery (can state year of program eg 3rd year) and have completed any training required by the employer relevant to the safe and competent performance of work at this level; OR
Be employed on the basis that the person is, or will be, undertaking a course approved by the Registration Authority for the preparation of Enrolled Nurses; OR
Hold a Certificate III or IV in one of the following health related disciplines: Basic Health Care;
Aged Care;
Health Services Assistance: (Qualifications to include elective units recommended for AIN Acute care);
Home and Community Care;
Individual Support Work;
Or such other nationally recognised courses approved within the healthcare setting by full agreement of DHA and the ANMF
Experience, within the boundaries of their education and skill preparation, in the provision of nursing/midwifery care in the healthcare setting in accordance with the appropriate standards of practice.
About Us
The Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network, called RMCLHN for short, supports more than 70,000 people living in country South Australia in the towns and surrounds of Renmark, Paringa, Berri, Barmera, Waikerie, Loxton, Pinnaroo, Lameroo, Karoonda, Mannum, Murray Bridge, Tailem Bend, Meningie, Tintinara and Coonalpyn.
for more information about working for RMCLHN.
We will provide support, both personally and professionally giving you access to a range of education and training opportunities designed to enhance your role.
Offer flexible work arrangements to better balance work, personal life, and family commitments.
Provide an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity, ensuring every employee feels a sense of belonging and safety.
– Nursing & Midwifery Applicant Information
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements: DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients)
Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category A SA Health Services are required to implement the in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.
Job Ref: 898957
Enquiries
Kelly MoorePhone: E-mail:
Application Closing Date
Friday 10th April 2026 - 11.55PM
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