Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital (SAH), fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It is what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here. When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.
Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include
- As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
- Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave (permanent roles only)
- Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
- Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
- Plus, so many more.
What you will be doing in this role
As an Assistant in Nursing within our Perioperative team, you will play an important part in ensuring patients feel safe, prepared, and supported prior to surgery.
Working closely with Registered Nurses and the broader perioperative team, you will be responsible for checking patients in before surgery, assisting with pre-operative preparation, confirming documentation, and supporting patient flow to ensure theatre lists run efficiently and safely. You will provide reassurance and compassionate care to patients who may be feeling anxious prior to their procedure. Maintaining patient dignity, privacy and safety will always be central to your work.
This is a role that values consistency, reliability, and commitment. We are looking for someone who is eager to become a valued, long-standing member of the team and contribute to a positive and professional theatre environment.
Who we’re looking for
We are seeking dedicated and reliable AINs that are passionate about joining our Theatres team, working within pre-operative admissions. This role is ideal for a first- or second-year Bachelor of Nursing student seeking consistent clinical exposure, or for an experienced AIN who is passionate about remaining in the AIN role and building a long-term career within perioperative services.
Requirements:
- Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or equivalent
- Enjoy working in a structured clinical environment and understand the importance of accuracy and attention to detail in surgical settings.
- Previous acute hospital experience (desirable)
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills, dependable and a genuine commitment to patient-centred care
- Flexibility to work a variety of shift times to meet the needs of the service
- Full Australian working rights
About Us
Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.
What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, then we would love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we will keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.
If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Partner, Charlotte Canham on careers@sah.org.au. Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.
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