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Employment Type: Permanent/Temporary Full Time/Part TimePosition Classification: Assistant In NursingRemuneration: $32.14 per hour plus superannuationHours Per Week: Up to 38Requisition ID: REQ582045Location: Waterfall, SydneyApplications close: 16 July 2025Come Work With Us!An exciting opportunity to join South Eastern Sydney Local Health District!An Aged Care Check and NDIS Worker Check is a mandatory requirement for this positionCome join our team! We are looking for Assistants in Nursing with experience and an interest in Aged Care Nursing.Where you''ll be workingGarrawarra Centre is a NSW Health Residential Aged Care Facility that specialises in providing person-centred care to people living with Advanced Dementia, who experience behavioural and psychological symptoms. Our 104 bed facility is an approved Commonwealth Residential Aged Care and National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider.Comprising of four individual cottages, accommodating up to 26 residents in each, the cottages incorporate several comfortable living areas, indoor activity spaces, sensory rooms, lounges and dining rooms, secure side courtyards and a secure main central garden that lies between the arms of the cottage. Our residents are supported by multidisciplinary Medical, Nursing and Allied Health staff, as well as a broad Corporate and Hotel services team. Garrawarra Centre is located just south of Waterfall on the outskirts of the Royal National Park, near the Garrawarra State Conservation Area, which provides beautiful natural surroundings for residents, families/carers and staff to enjoy. Due to the location, the facility is not accessible by public transport, however free on-site parking is available.For role related queries or questions contact Yamuna Thapa Chhetri on Yamuna.ThapaChhetri@health.nsw.gov.auWhat You''ll Be DoingThe vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is exceptional care, healthier lives. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.The vision for nursing at Garrawarra Centre Aged Care is to build a united team that provides compassionate care to our community through transformational, supportive and holistic nursing.Provision of support to the nursing team in the delivery of nursing care in an acute care environment as directed by the Registered NurseProvide direct care activities to patients in accordance with the nursing care plan and under the supervision of a Registered NurseAssist Registered and Enrolled Nurses with patient care interventions as directedContribute to collecting accurate health care information and maintaining accurate health care documentation as requiredCommunicate effectively with patients and other health care team members in accordance with appropriate protocolSelection CriteriaCertificate III in Health Services Assistance (Descriptor: Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care) or equivalentGood written and verbal communications skillsProven ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary teamBasic computer skillsDemonstrated interest and skills in Aged Care and an interest in developing skills working with Residents with DementiaNeed more information?Click here for the Position Description and Garrawarra Expected StandardsFind out more about applying for this positionOur CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.Reasonable AdjustmentsNSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-TSH-Garrawarra@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.Information For ApplicantsEmployment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Please note we are not offering sponsorship for work rights for this position.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply.We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website #J-18808-Ljbffr