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Assistant in Nursing
Herston
Join Intensive Care Services as an Assistant in Nursing, supporting a leading tertiary intensive care team through equipment management, supply coordination and operational support that helps deliver safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced critical care environment.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 1 (1) |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - North |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RBH694911 |
| Closing date | 28-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent |
| Contact person | Christopher Gracie |
| Contact details | (07) 3647 5975 Access the National Relay Service |
About the role
The Assistant in Nursing supports the nursing team within Intensive Care Services at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital by undertaking non-clinical duties that contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality and consumer-centred care. Working under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or midwife, the role plays an important part in ensuring the smooth operation of the Intensive Care Unit through effective equipment, stock and resource management.
The successful candidate will assist with ordering and restocking supplies, processing equipment, maintaining equipment cleanliness and supporting the efficient functioning of the service. While the role does not involve direct patient care, it is integral to maintaining a safe and well-resourced clinical environment within one of Queensland's largest tertiary intensive care units.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can carry out the following key accountabilities in accordance with the Metro North Health's values:
- Support the nursing team by undertaking delegated non-clinical duties that contribute to safe and effective service delivery.
- Order, receive, restock and manage supplies and resources required to support Intensive Care Services operations.
- Process, clean and maintain equipment to ensure readiness and compliance with service standards.
- Identify and report risks, incidents and opportunities for service improvement that promote workplace safety and efficiency.
- Work collaboratively with the interprofessional healthcare team to support culturally safe, high-quality care and service outcomes.
Benefits when working for us
- Rewarding career and development opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas
- Value driven organisation which provides a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance
- Flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases
- Benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75% and access to salary packaging
Metro North Health offers a dynamic and progressive environment at the forefront of healthcare, research, and education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, flexibility, and professional development, we provide meaningful opportunities in a workplace that puts people first.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Metro North here: https://metronorth.health.qld.gov.au/careers
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged and welcomed.
Find out about the role in more detail and how to apply in the attached Role Description.
APPLICATIONS RECEIVED VIA THIRD PARTIES (RECRUITMENT AGENCIES ETC.) WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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