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About the role An exciting opportunity exists for passionate, caring and qualified Health Assistants (Nursing) to join our dynamic team at St Vincent's Hospital. You will work as part of a wider ward team, under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM) or equivalent, and will make a positive contribution to patient care through assistance and support to our Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses.

Work within the role and parameters determined within the position description and the specific unit duty list

Contribute to positive patient outcomes by ensuring all elements of delegated work is completed accurately and in accordance with St Vincent's policies and procedures

Participate in delegated aspects of patient care

Ensure patient privacy and dignity is maintained at all times

Classifications for this position will range between IN37 - IN39 ($59,282.60 - $68,384.16 per annum, pro rata).

Your Contribution

Completion of Certificate III Health Service Assistance (Assisting in Nursing work in Acute Care) HTL33115. Must have completed the following mandatory elective units:

HLTAIN001 - Assist nursing team in an acute care environment

HLTAIN002 - Provide non-client contact support in an acute care environment

CHCCCS002 - Assist with client movement

CHCCCS020 - Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

CHCCCS026 - Transport individuals

Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a wider team

Great interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Reliability in relation to attendance and completion of assigned tasks





Commitment to a professional work ethic and ongoing professional development

Experience in a healthcare setting, a customer service setting or similar

Ability to work a rotating roster, including night duty

Current National criminal history check, or willing to obtain- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or willing to obtain (Select which is applicable)

What we Offer

Salary Packaging - increase your take home pay

Employee Assistance Program

Ability to join Fitness Passport - your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

Staff Health Centre

Staff car parking

Career development & advancement encouraged

Culture of continuous improvement

About 8 EAST | General Medicine

8 EAST is a busy General medical ward. The nurses and Health assistants work closely and collaboratively to ensure the highest standard of patient care is achieved. Our most vulnerable patients are cared for in a 4 bed 'increased observation room,' this room consists of a nurse and health assistant every shift.

Working at St Vincent's

St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.

Application





Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and-or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations-vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Closing Date

14 November 2026 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and-or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https:--www.svha.org.au-about-us-reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]

View Reconciliation Action Plan

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