Assistant in Nursing

Location: Northam

Unit/Division: WACHS - Wheatbelt > Western Wheatbelt - Ward and Emergency Department

Work Type: Casual, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time

Looking to make a meaningful difference in regional healthcare? Join our team in Northam (approximately 95km from Perth) as an Assistant in Nursing where you’ll support patients and families as part of a dedicated nursing team. We have full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available, with a strong focus on teamwork, support and person‑centred care. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

About the Opportunity

The Assistant in Nursing is responsible for delivery of care within the scope of the duties of the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse. The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is responsible for the delivery of the delegated care in a safe and person‑centred approach, in collaboration with patients, their families and nurses.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Effective interpersonal skills, written and verbal, inclusive of numerics skills.
• Demonstrated ability and knowledge of safe manual handling procedures, knowledge of occupational health and safety principles including patient handling and infection control.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated digital capability to enable navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing of online learning resources.

What we offer

The Western Australian Country Health Service offers our employees a great salary as well as an amazing range of benefits:

• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits
• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits including mortgage, rent, everyday living expenses
• Up to $2650 on meals and entertainment
• Access to innovative vehicle leasing and pre‑tax vehicle expenses

WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.

Area Profile

The Wheatbelt region spans 155,000 square kilometres, encompassing six Aboriginal lands and language groups. From Jurien Bay on the coast to Southern Cross in the East, Dalwallinu in the north, and Lake Grace in the south, the region offers extensive opportunities. Health services include emergency and inpatient care, outpatient medical, nursing, and allied health services, as well as cancer, renal, palliative, rehabilitation, aged care, mental health, public health, health promotion, and child, school, and community health services.

Required Information

• A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
• A 200-word statement outlining your skills and abilities as they relate to the essential work‑related requirements and what you will bring to the role
• Evidence of your Qualification: AIN (non‑student): Evidence of successful completion of the nationally recognised qualification, Certificate III in Health Services Assistance - Acute Care OR AIN (Student): Evidence of successful completion with academic good standing of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved program of study for either:
• Stage 1 and 2 (66% completion) of Diploma of Nursing programme
• 50% completion of initial registration qualifications leading to registration with NMBA as a registered nurse and/or midwife:
• Semester 1 to 3 of Bachelor qualification
• Semester 1 to 4 of Dual Bachelor qualification
• Semester 1 to 2 of Master (Graduate-entry) qualifications
• Semester 1 to 4 of overseas registration conversion qualifications
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre‑Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

Diversity Statement

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a high-quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Additional Information

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.