Assistant in Nursing

St Mary’s Aged Care is a residential aged care facility providing care to male and female residents across seven wings, including residents who are frail aged and residents who are mobile and may experience confusion or dementia.

We are seeking caring, reliable and positive Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our wonderful team.

The AIN contributes to the quality of life of St Mary’s residents by providing safe, respectful and person-centred care under the direction and supervision of Registered Nurses.

This is a rewarding opportunity for individuals who are passionate about supporting older people and making a genuine difference to their day-to-day lives.

St Mary’s currently has AM, PM and Night shifts available.

We welcome applications from people who have a genuine willingness to learn, a positive attitude and a desire to work with older people.

St Mary’s provides paid buddy shifts and ongoing training to support new team members to become confident in their role.

Successful applicants will be supported to develop the skills required to provide quality, resident-centred care.

For suitable permanent part-time employees, a set roster of a minimum of three shifts per week will be provided moving forward, subject to operational requirements.

AM: 6:00am – 2:30pm
PM: 2:30pm – 11:00pm
Night: 11:00pm – 6:00am / 8:00am

St Mary’s has an exceptional reputation for providing quality care to residents.

We place a strong emphasis on teamwork, education, training and resident-centred care. Our staff work together to ensure residents receive the highest standard of care and that their individual needs, preferences and choices are respected.

Teamwork is an important part of working at St Mary’s. Every day, our staff support one another to achieve positive outcomes and provide high-quality care for every resident.

As an AIN, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing safe, respectful and person-centred care to residents.
• Assisting residents with activities of daily living, including:
  • Personal hygiene and grooming
  • Showering and dressing
  • Toileting and continence care
  • Mobility and transfers
  • Positioning
  • Nutrition, hydration and meal assistance
• Supporting residents to maintain their independence, dignity and choice.
• Assisting residents to participate in lifestyle, recreational and social activities.
• Following individual resident care plans and directions provided by Registered Nurses.
• Observing residents and promptly reporting changes in their physical, emotional or cognitive condition to the supervising RN.
• Completing required documentation and progress notes accurately and within scope of practice.
• Following infection prevention and control procedures.
• Using safe manual handling techniques and equipment.
• Identifying and reporting hazards, risks, incidents and concerns.
• Maintaining resident privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
• Communicating respectfully with residents, families, colleagues and health professionals.
• Working collaboratively with the nursing and broader care team to provide continuity of care.
• Participating in mandatory education, training and competency assessments.
• Maintaining professional conduct and complying with St Mary’s policies, procedures and Code of Conduct.

We are looking for people who:

• Have a genuine passion for caring for older people.
• Have a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Are reliable, responsible and committed to providing quality care.
• Can communicate respectfully and effectively.
• Can work well as part of a team.
• Are able to follow care plans, instructions and RN directions.
• Respect resident dignity, privacy, choice and independence.
• Are comfortable assisting residents with personal care.
• Are willing to undertake mandatory education and ongoing training.
• Can work within their scope of practice and follow organisational policies and procedures.
• Have the physical capacity to safely perform the inherent requirements of the role.

• Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent experience/qualification, in accordance with the requirements of the position.
• Previous experience in residential aged care or a similar care environment is desirable.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to follow care plans and written instructions.
• Commitment to resident-centred care.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Understanding of confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.
• Ability to safely perform the inherent requirements of the position.

• Experience working with residents living with dementia
• Experience using electronic care management systems.
• Understanding of the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.

• NDIS Worker Screening Check – or willingness and ability to obtain one.
• Successful completion of St Mary’s recruitment and screening requirements.
• Satisfactory reference checks.
• Evidence of relevant qualifications and/or experience.
• Completion of mandatory pre-employment requirements.

• Paid buddy shifts.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing education.
• Supportive nursing and care team.
• Opportunity to develop your skills and experience in residential aged care.
• AM, PM and Night shift opportunities.
• Opportunities for both permanent part-time and casual employment.
• A supportive team environment where teamwork is highly valued.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents.

At St Mary’s, we believe that quality aged care starts with quality people.

Our AINs play an important role in supporting residents to live with dignity, choice, independence and quality of life.

If you are caring, reliable, willing to learn and want to be part of a team that genuinely makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join the St Mary’s Aged Care team.