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Care where you are truly needed. Looking for more than just a nursing job? Join the Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit as a Assistant in Nursing and experience the unique opportunity to deliver care that truly matters - while living in one of Australia's most beautiful and relaxed tropical regions.

Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Flexible part-time
Occupational group Health - Nursing
Classification Nurse Grade 1 (1)
Workplace Location Cairns region,Far North Qld
Job ad reference QLD/CAH691611
Closing date 02-Oct-2026
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Salary Other
Job duration Perm
Contact person Vickie Allwood
Contact details 4226 9833
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About us:

The Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit (SOAU) provides specialised care for surgical and orthopaedic patients, including those requiring ENT, Gynaecology, Urology, Vascular, and Plastics services. Our model of care focuses on rapid assessment, early treatment, minor procedures, and preparation for surgery, with assessment beds supporting care within 24 hours and inpatient beds providing short-stay management for up to 72 hours. Through a multidisciplinary approach, SOAU aims to deliver timely, high-quality care and optimise patient flow and outcomes across the surgical journey.

Our values were developed by our staff, patients and community. They guide our work and actions every day. Our staff are part of the community we serve. We believe that we can improve health outcomes by involving our community in the planning and evaluation of their local health services.

About your role:

In this position you will…..

- Provide safe, compassionate, and person-centred care to surgical and orthopaedic patients.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, mobility, toileting, feeding, and comfort needs.




- Perform continence management and pressure injury prevention strategies.
- Assist with safe patient handling and transfers using appropriate mechanical aids and equipment.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-stocked clinical environment through restocking and equipment management.
- Contribute to a positive patient experience by promoting dignity, respect, and quality care.

For more information about this role, please refer to the attached Role Description.

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Cairns and Hinterland Hospital and Health service offer a number of . Besides attractive remuneration, generous superannuation, salary packaging and career development opportunities, we value a healthy work/life balance that allows you take advantage of the sunshine, hiking tracks, swimming spots, reef and rainforest.

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📌 Assistant in Nursing (Surgical Orthopaedic Assessment Unit), Cairns Hospital
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