Ward Assistant - Special Care Nursery
Ballarat Central, VIC, AU, 3350
40 Permanent Hours Per Week Available
$28.84 Per Hour + Salary Packaging
About the Role
Grampians Health Ballarat is seeking a dedicated and organised Ward Assistant to support the Special Care Nursery and assist Women’s and Children’s departments as required. This role is ideal for someone passionate about maintaining high standards and ensuring a safe and efficient ward environment.
56 Permanent Hours Per Week Available
$28.84 Per Hour + Salary Packaging
About the Role
Grampians Health Ballarat is seeking a dedicated and organised Ward Assistant to support the Special Care Nursery and assist Women’s and Children’s departments as required. This role is ideal for someone passionate about maintaining high standards and ensuring a safe and efficient ward environment.
- Assist with patient admissions and discharges by preparing and maintaining patient areas.
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of equipment, storerooms, and clinical areas.
- Transport specimens, equipment, medication, and blood products as per hospital protocols.
- Provide general housekeeping duties to ensure a safe and tidy ward.
- Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to enhance patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Support clinical staff by preparing patient areas and equipment.
- Ensure patient and family areas remain clean, organised, and well-stocked.
- Prioritise workload and adapt to changing ward requirements.
- Communicate effectively with staff, patients, and visitors.
- Promote a safe and healthy workplace by reporting hazards and following safety procedures.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and accreditation processes.
Skills & Experience
- Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Effective time management and task prioritisation skills.
- High-level communication and interpersonal skills.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and dignity.
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Interested?
Click APPLY, or for a confidential discussion, contact Joanne Pegg, Nurse Unit Manager, on 5320 4982.
If you are currently employed at Grampians Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying.
We are actively reviewing applications as they are submitted. This position will close once filled.
