Assistant in Nursing

Northeasternrehabilitationcentre; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an experienced Assistant in Nursing to join their dynamic nursing team. The role involves assisting nurses and hospital staff with patient care, assessing patients, and providing recommendations for treatment programs. Candidates should have a Certificate III/IV in Community and Health Services and excellent communication skills. Applications close on March 10, 2026.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant in Nursing desired.
• Assist nurses or hospital staff in carrying out patient care duties.
• Assess patients using therapeutic skills.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of the health care team within designated scope of practice.
• Provide recommendations to specialist treatment programs based on diagnosis.

Skills

Excellent ability to plan and prioritise work

Highly developed verbal and written communication skills

Ability to communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team

Education

Certificate III/IV in Community and Health Services

Job description

Applications are sought from suitable candidates wanting to work as an Assistant in Nursing as part of our dynamic nursing team.

As an Assistant in Nursingyour responsibilities will include:

• Assist nurses or hospital staff in carrying out patient care duties
• Work as part of the health care team; practice in accordance with state legislation and within the designated scope of practice parameters
• Assess patients using therapeutic skills
• Provide recommendations to specialist treatment programs based on their diagnosis

Hunter Valley Private Hospital is located on the fringe of Newcastle and is close to the Pacific Motorway, vineyards and university. We are an independent 83 bed facility with a 5 theatre Operating Suite providing medical (geriatric and palliation), rehabilitation, hydrotherapy and surgical services. HVPH is committed to providing a workplace culture that respects, supports and rewards staff members.

• Certificate III/IV (from an approved training provider) in Community and Health Services, Personal Carer
• Excellent ability to plan and prioritise work
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a multidisciplinary team
• Previous experience as an Assistant in Nursing desired

Applications close: 10th March 2026

For further enquiries: Tyler Coutts - Rehabilitation Nurse Unit Manager, 02 4944 3745

To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application process. Please include a cover letter and your CV along with the contact details for 2 professional referees.

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Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter

Hunter Valley Private Hospital, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter