Assistant in Nursing - Toowoomba at St Vincents Health Australia Group Support Services

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Clinical Practice, Infection Control, Patient Flow Management, Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Equipment Readiness, Nursing Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Remuneration: About the role: This rewarding opportunity will see you join the St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba (SVPHT) as an Assistant in Nursing in our busy Day Surgery Unit. You will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to provide essential support before, during, and after surgical procedures. You will contribute to maintaining a safe environment, assisting with patient flow, and ensuring high standards of cleanliness, equipment readiness, and patient comfort. About our hospital: St Vincent’s Private Hospital Toowoomba is the largest acute private hospital on the Darling Downs. We are a 191-bed facility with highly experienced and skilled staff that work as a team to deliver the highest standard of healthcare to all our patients. Our services include medical, surgical, maternity, paediatric, emergency, cardiac and rehabilitation. We are supported by comprehensive allied health services and advanced medical and diagnostic services. Pathology, radiology and pharmacy are also available on site, and our emergency department is open 24 hours, seven days a week. Things that work for you: Retail and Travel Discounts; Blue light card a discounted service for frontline workers (available for over 350 brands inc. Big W, The Good Guys, Samsung), JB Hi-Fi corporate benefits, airport lounge membership discounts Financial Wellbeing: Salary packaging options up to $15,990, novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum, competitive hourly rates and paid approved overtime Health and Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families, fitness passport, free uniforms & annual flu vaccination, ability to purchase annual leave, discounted hospital admissions at any St Vincent’s Private Hospital, discounted private health insurance through Bupa or Medibank Join Australia’s largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services Things that work for us: Ability to work on a casual basis Essential qualifications: Relevant TAFE Certificate ie Certificate III health/aged care and/or have successfully completed second year bachelor of nursing studies clinical placement Previous experience in a hospital setting Is desirable Ability to provide clinical practice and care that is consistent with the mission and philosophy of the Facility. Ability to assist in the performance of nursing duties in an efficient and prompt manner as delegated by a Registered Nurse or an Enrolled Nurse. Have a demonstrated application of contemporary infection control standards and practices Proven ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, weekends and nights included. About Us: St Vincent's has been a leader in Australia's health and aged care landscape for more than 165 years. Since our founders, the Sisters of Charity, opened our first hospital in 1857, our services and people have been behind some of Australia's most important medical breakthroughs. With public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs for marginalised people, we are a microcosm of Australia’s health and aged care system and are uniquely positioned to lead and respond to our rapidly changing environment. Mission and Values: As both a provider of care and as an employer, St Vincent’s aspires to create an environment that is truly inclusive for all people, always. St Vincent’s is constantly striving for inclusivity and to create and cherish a diverse place of care and work. Part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit Mission and Values - Reconciliation Respectfully, no agencies please. Employment is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks which may include a Working with Children check (i.e. a Blue Card). For further information about St Vincent’s commitment to Child Safety, visit St Vincent's Code of Conduct. St Vincent's has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings and evidence may be required for proof of immunity. Closing Date: 31 May 2026 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

Provide essential support to patients before, during, and after surgical procedures within the Day Surgery Unit. Maintain a safe environment, assist with patient flow, and ensure high standards of cleanliness and equipment readiness.