Assistant in Nursing

Assistant in Nursing Salary: AIN Year 1-3 $1, - $1, pro rata per week Location: Midwest region Unit/Division: WACHS - Midwest Work Type: Casual, Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No: Pool Ref 00617330 Closing Date: 2026-04-20 4:00 PM Attachments:

We are currently seeking enthusiastic qualified Assistants in Nursing to join our team at Geraldton.

This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent, Fixed Term or Casual appointment up to 76 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. We currently have positions available at Geraldton Hospital.

Nestled on Western Australia’s Coral Coast, located about 420 km north of Perth, Geraldton offers a relaxed coastal and community orientated lifestyle with all the amenities of a modern regional city. The city has a thriving arts scene, supported by galleries and community initiatives, and a growing café culture that adds vibrancy to the town centre.

About the OPPORTUNITY

The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is responsible for delivery of care within the scope of the duties of the AIN and under the supervision and delegation of a Nurse or Midwife. The AIN is responsible for the delivery of the delegated care in a safe and person-centred approach, in collaboration with patients, their families and nurses.

To be successful in this role, you will have…

• Effective Interpersonal skills, written and verbal, inclusive of numeric skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to follow direct instructions and work with multidisciplinary team
• Digital capability to enable navigation of online policy access, internal communication and completing of online learning resources

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

This is an “open-ended” recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2026.

How to Apply: Applicants are requested to apply online

Please provide the following information as part of your application:

• A detailed CV that clearly shows your experience relevant to this role
• A cover letter outlining their suitability for this position.
• The names and contact details of two (2) professional referees - preferable for one to be your current/recent supervisor or manager.
• Evidence of the following;
• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in nursing work in acute care)
• OR evidence of successful completion of either: Stage 1-3 (50% completion) of a Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) approved Bachelor of Nursing Program or Stage 1-4 (50% completion) of an NMBA approved dual Bachelor of Science (Nursing)/Bachelor of Science (Midwifery) program and academic good standing; and current and ongoing course enrolment (including evidence of current successful completion of Basic Life Support, Manual/Safe Handling and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training (inclusive of COVID-19 IPC training).
• OR Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) or Certificate III in Aged Care. Applicable for employment at Multi Purpose Services only

What we offer

In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits:

• Location based allowances (if applicable) including:
• District Allowance - regional specific
• Annual travel subsidy (ALTC)
• Paid study Leave assistance – regional specific as per EBA.
• Generous salary packaging benefits:
• Up to $9010 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, your rent or other everyday living expenses
• Up to $2650 on meal entertainment, holiday accommodation and venue hire
• Access to novated leasing to use pre-tax dollars for a car and expenses.
• Professional Development opportunities
• Continuous learning opportunities
• 12% Superannuation Guarantee
• WACHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work/roster options, where operationally appropriate.
• As a WA Country Health Service employee, you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds. Please see attached flyer for further details.

Area Profile

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy