Assistant in Nursing

Ramsay provides high quality healthcare to millions of people each year through a network of hospitals, clinics and services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. The Hospital is owned and operated by Ramsay Health Care. 

Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is now hiring! 

Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is a 187 bed acute Medical and advanced surgical hospital situated on the Pacific Highway at Gateshead, 15 kms south of the Newcastle CBD. 

Are you a passionate Assistant in Nursing studying to become an Enrolled Nurse? If you have completed your first placement, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Lake Macquarie Private Hospital is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to join our dynamic Medical/Surgical wards. This is a fantastic opportunity for Enrolled Nursing students to work within the healthcare sector, gaining valuable clinical skills and knowledge to compliment your current undergraduate studies. Learn from the best, while providing great bedside support to our clinical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living including hygiene, mobility, and nutrition
• Support nursing staff with routine clinical tasks and patient observations
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive ward environment
• Provide emotional support and compassionate care to patients and families
• Assist with patient transfers and mobility
• Accurately document care and communicate changes in patient condition

About You: 

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or be currently enrolled as an Enrolled Nursing student
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to provide compassionate care to patients with complex medical needs
• Commitment to maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality
• Flexibility to work across a 7-day rotating roster

What’s in it for You: 

At Ramsay, we care for our people by offering benefits that truly support your career, wellbeing and lifestyle, including: 

• Grow your career with recognition programs, employee referral bonuses, scholarships, free access to LinkedIn Learning and the Ramsay Leadership Academy 

• Save more every day with Ramsay Rewards, giving you exclusive deals at 100+ retailers, restaurants, travel providers and more 

• Enjoy peace of mind with lower hospital cover costs and higher extras limits on services like General and Major Dental, plus pharmacy and allied health discounts 

• Find balance through flexible rostering options, flexible leave and access to free, confidential counselling and wellbeing support 24/7 

• Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging and novated leasing, plus discounts on leisure travel, gyms and lifestyle services. 

Why Join Ramsay: 

At Ramsay Health Care, “people caring for people” is at the heart of everything we do. We are: 

• Australia’s largest private hospital operator, with over 74 sites and 35,000 staff 

• A values-led workplace where you’ll be supported personally and professionally 

• A place with flexible, permanent and career-growth opportunities nationwide. 

• Must provide or complete 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.

Apply:  

Ready to feel cared for while you care for others? Apply today and join us at Lake Macquarie Private Hospital. All applications must be lodged online. 

Applications close: 17th September 2026

Reference number: JR115403

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.