Assistant in Nursing

Roles and Responsibilities

Works within the AIN scope of practice

. • Plans, collaborates and consults with RN/RM to achieve desired health outcomes for patients in a timely and efficient manner.

• All aspects of direct patient care is carried out under direction, guidance, supervision and coordination of a Registered Nurse/Midwife.

• Assists Nursing/ Midwifery caregivers to deliver all aspects of care using a patient-centred approach.

• Observes and reports all changes in patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse/Midwife in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Responds appropriately to patient’s needs/call bells in a timely manner.

• Is accountable for performing all duties in accordance with the Statement of Duties list, within a demonstrated competency level.

• Seek advice on dealing with conflict within the workplace and report conflict to Nurse/Midwife immediately.

• Perform safe manual handling of patients under supervision of Registered Nurse/Midwife.

• Adheres to infection control policy and procedures

• Maintains confidentiality, privacy and dignity of patients and demonstrates empathy and sensitivity towards patients and relatives.

• Understands role in an emergency and follow direction of the Coordinator. • Maintain a safe, clean environment for patient’s • Ensure that all food is handled and stored according to the Health (Food Hygiene) Regulations 1993.

At St John of God Health Care, we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Our inclusive culture fosters an environment that is respectful and secure, welcoming and accessible, and unified through our diverse community.

All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from Influenza in order to fulfil the requirements of the role.