Personal Care Assistant - Home Care (Palliative) - Brisbane South, Queensland
Competitive casual rates | Flexible shifts | Ideal for QUT Nursing Students HealthX is recruiting Personal Care Assistant ( PCA’s) for casual opportunities across home care services in Brisbane South, Queensland .
This role is ideal for nursing students who have completed at least one year of clinical placement , preferably in acute, oncology or palliative areas, and are seeking flexible work while gaining hands ‑on industry experience.
Why You'll Love This Chance
- No cost uniforms and training
- Work with a leading not ‑for ‑profit healthcare organisation
Be part of a values ‑driven provider with a strong community focus
- Flexible casual employment
Minimum 4 ‑hour shifts to suit study and lifestyle commitments
- Make a real impact
Support patient care and gain valuable clinical experience
About the Role
As a Home Care Personal Care Assistant, you will support Registered Nurse and the wider Clinical Care Team in delivering high ‑quality, patient ‑centred palliative care in the home setting. Key Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Provide direct patient care in patient homes with remote clinical oversight 24/7.
- Support mobility, transfers, pressure area care,
oral and mouth cares
- Work collaboratively with families/carers and clinicians
- Maintain patient dignity, comfort, and safety at all times
- Follow clinical protocols, infection control standards, and documentation requirements
- Respond to unexpected patient deterioration appropriately
About You - What We're Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Availability to work on a casual basis (minimum 4 ‑hour shifts)
- Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including night shifts
- Certificate III in Health and/or Aged Care , OR
- Currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing ( 2 nd or 3 rd Y ear Students)
- Previous oncology or palliative placements
- Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient-centred care focus
- Own transport and current drivers license to travel to patient homes
Pre ‑Employment Requirements
Employment is subject to successful completion of all relevant pre ‑employment checks .
In line with Work Health and Safety obligations, evidence of compliance with vaccine ‑preventable disease (VPD) requirements will be required prior to commencement.
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📌 Personal Care Assistant - Home Care - Brisbane South (Brisbane City)
🏢 Health X
📍 Brisbane City
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