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Role Title: Assistant in Nursing

Role Type: Permanent, part time

Department and Location: Palliative Care Unit, The Mater Hospital, North Sydney

Salary: 29.88 - 32.79 AUD per hour + super

Welcome to the Mater, Sydney North Shore's premier private hospital

Join a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1906 and powered today by St Vincent's Health Australia, the Sisters' spirit is our living heartbeat. As a leading regional centre for clinical excellence, we are renowned for our world-class maternity unit, next-generation surgical robotics, and leading-edge orthopaedic, spinal, and oncology care. Here, you will work alongside premier specialists in a modern, supportive environment that actively backs your professional growth and advanced clinical education.

We are positioned just minutes from St Leonards, Wollstonecraft, and Crows Nest stations, with major Pacific Highway bus routes right on our doorstep. Whether you live locally or are traveling along the T1 or M1 corridors, your daily commute will be seamless.

Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.

About The Role

The position of Assistant in Nursing (AIN) is responsible for contributing to the basic care needs of patients at The Mater.

The AIN will be complimentary support to the nursing team but assisting in the overall care planning of patient care, and by contributing to providing optimal patient care in a safe, timely and professional manner.

Assists nursing staff in the provision of basic nursing care.

Contributes to the hourly rounding process. Participate in and promote professional development activities for self and other staff members.

Participates in department and hospital staff meetings and education programs.

Maintains an environment that is at all times directed towards the safety and welfare of visitors and staff.

About You

Enrolled in and undertaking a Bachelor of Nursing at 2nd year level.

Enrolled in and undertaking a Diploma of Nursing and in at least 2nd stage.

Strong commitment to providing excellent and thorough clinical care.

Sound knowledge of manual handling practices and infection control standards-principles.

What we can offer you

Exceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your income

For-Purpose Impact: Be part of a not-for-profit where surplus is reinvested into research & community care

Maternity Excellence: Join Sydney's top private service and the city's unique private Lvl 4 Special Care Unit

Surgical Innovation: Work in the only Aus member hub of the International Society of Orthopaedic Centres

Oncology Leadership: Deliver cutting-edge cancer care backed by specialised & holistic wellbeing centres

Safe Staffing: Work with peace of mind under an historic EA delivering mandated nurse-to-patient ratios

Growth: Access world-class research funding & scholarships via The Friends of the Mater Foundation

Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrations

Sponsorship - work rights for Australia:

Please note, visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For this role you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or have an Australia visa that grants you the work rights necessary for the role.

Equal Opportunity

We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.

As part of our commitment to reconciliation we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply and join us in delivering care that heals body, mind, spirit and community.

How To Apply

The closing date for applications is 1st September 2026. 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.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.

Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.

Closing Date: 1 September 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

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