Assistant in Nursing (AIN)

Bayside Health

Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.

• Permanent position
• Part time positions available (48-64 hours per fortnight) 
• Health Care Worker Grade 1/2/3 (IN37/IN38/IN39)
• Located at The Alfred
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

Ward 4WB is a 28 bed mixed medical and surgical ward caring for patients with acute and chronic diseases, minor trauma accident and injuries, and bone or joint surgery. We work in partnership with our patients and their families to achieve the best health outcomes.

The Role

The role of the AIN is to provide support to the nursing team in the delivery of the safe and quality patient centred care. The AIN works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse at all times. A clear list of duties and excluded duties can be found in the attached position description.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistant (Acute or willingness to undertake additional units if required)
• Previous experience working in a healthcare setting desirable but not essential 
• Basic computer skills

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia

• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability

• Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership

• Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport (pre-tax memberships)

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Rachael Lord, Nurse Manager on 9076 3249 or *******@alfred.org.au 

Applications close 11pm AEST, Wednesday 2nd September 2026. 

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.