Job details

About the opportunity 

The Assistant in Nursing supports the registered staff in the delivery of daily cares, inclusive of assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating. Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs. Following therapy plans such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.

About your new employer

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University.

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. 

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Home Hill Health Service is a 14-bed rural facility predominately providing aged care, rehabilitation and renal dialysis services to the local community. The renal satellite unit has eight chairs and operates three days a week with extra services when required.  

Famous for being the sugar capital of Australia, the Burdekin district is located about an hour's drive south of Townsville.  Nestled in the delta of the Burdekin River, its two popular townships, Ayr and Home Hill, are linked by the iconic Burdekin Bridge and are surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $41.50 to $45.44 p.h. (NG1)
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Highly Desirable: Applicants who meet one of the following criteria are considered highly desirable:
• Hold a relevant Certificate III in Aged Care, Health Service Assistant or equivalent, or
• Successful completion of the first semester full-time equivalent Diploma of Nursing course including all theoretical and clinical competencies, or
• Successful completion of the first year full-time equivalent undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing course including all theoretical and clinical competencies.
• Shift Workers: Appointees will be required to work all shifts in accordance with the unit roster, which will include participation in an on-call roster.
• The successful candidate must possess a high level of self-control, emotional stability and be prepared to encounter potentially traumatic incidents.
• This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.
• Pre-employment checks will be conducted.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Jeanelle Black on (07) 4790 5701

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV645351

Applications close:  Monday, 14 July 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  NG1 Assistant in Nursing (Home Hill) 30481943 (Word, 434KB)
  Role Description