Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
Gardens Medical Group - Albury, NSW
Casual Employment
Start Your Nursing Career in General Practice
Gardens Medical Group is continuing to grow, and we are seeking motivated and compassionate Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our nursing team.
This opportunity is particularly suited to nursing students who have completed at least their first year of study and are looking to gain meaningful, hands‐on clinical experience while completing their nursing qualification.
Working alongside experienced Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, General Practitioners and Allied Health Professionals, you will gain exposure to a busy general practice environment and develop practical skills that complement your nursing education and future career.
For nursing students, we understand the demands of balancing university or TAFE, clinical placements, employment and personal commitments. We aim to provide flexible casual employment that allows you to continue your studies while gaining valuable experience in a clinical setting.
About the Role
As an Assistant in Nursing at Gardens Medical Group, you will work as part of our multidisciplinary clinical team, providing patient care and clinical support under the direction and supervision of our nursing team.
AINs at Gardens Medical Group work within a clearly defined scope of practice. Duties are allocated according to your qualifications, training, demonstrated competency and individual scope of practice.
All recent AINs undertake orientation, clinical training and competency assessment before performing clinical tasks independently within their approved scope.
This role provides an prospect to develop confidence in a clinical environment, strengthen your patient communication skills and gain practical experience across a broad range of primary healthcare services.
Key Responsibilities
Depending on your training,



competency and approved scope of practice, duties may include:
Performing patient observations, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, height, weight and other basic clinical measurements
Performing ECGs and assisting nurses with procedures
Performing blood glucose testing and urinalysis
Assisting with spirometry testing
Performing simple wound care and dressings within the approved AIN scope of practice
Setting up and removing Holter monitors and 24-hour blood pressure monitors
Assisting with pre-employment medical assessments
Preparing patients and clinical areas for procedures
Assisting nursing staff and GPs with treatment room activities
Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation
Cleaning and preparing clinical equipment and treatment areas
Restocking treatment rooms and monitoring clinical consumables
Supporting infection prevention and control procedures
Providing appropriate patient assistance and escalating clinical concerns to an RN or GP
Undertaking other duties appropriate to the AIN role, demonstrated competency and scope of practice
About You
We are looking for applicants who are professional, reliable and genuinely interested in developing their clinical skills and experience.
You will need to be comfortable working in a busy and fast-paced general practice environment, communicate effectively with patients and colleagues, and understand the importance of recognising your limitations and seeking assistance when required.




You should be willing to learn, receive feedback and work under the direction and supervision of experienced nursing staff.
To be considered you should:
Be currently enrolled in an approved nursing qualification through a university or TAFE and have completed at least your first year of study
Hold a valid Working With Children Check
Hold current First Aid and CPR certification
Hold current Professional Indemnity Insurance, or be willing to obtain it
Demonstrate professional communication and interpersonal skills
Be reliable, organised and able to work effectively within a team
Have a patient-focused approach to healthcare
Be willing to undertake training and competency assessment
Be comfortable using computer systems and learning clinical software
What We Offer
Casual employment with flexibility around nursing studies and clinical placements
Hands-on experience within a large and busy general practice
Structured orientation, training and competency assessment
Support and supervision from experienced nurses and clinical leaders
Exposure to a diverse patient population and broad range of clinical presentations
Experience across treatment room procedures, diagnostic testing and primary healthcare
Opportunities to develop practical clinical skills alongside your nursing education
Experience working within a multidisciplinary team of nurses, GPs, specialists and Allied Health Professionals
Ongoing opportunities for learning and professional development
Employment Requirements
All healthcare workers must meet applicable vaccination requirements or hold an approved medical contraindication certificate.
Sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must have full and unrestricted working rights in Australia.
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