What your day could look like
As an Assistant in Nursing, you'll play a vital role in helping people rebuild confidence and independence following a hospital stay. From supporting daily recovery goals to working closely with nurses and allied health professionals, you'll be part of a team delivering compassionate, person-centred care that improves quality of life.
Every day, you'll contribute by:
Supporting individuals to regain independence through personalised care and guided activities
Collaborating with nurses and allied health teams to deliver coordinated, goal-focused rehabilitation
Monitoring wellbeing and sharing insights that help shape care and recovery outcomes
Maintaining a safe, comfortable environment that promotes dignity and confidence
Let's talk about you!
You're someone who brings both skill and heart to your work. You take pride in helping people achieve meaningful progress, no matter how small, and understand the importance of dignity, compassion and respect in every interaction. You communicate clearly, follow guidance confidently, and contribute positively to a team that supports each other and the community. You're motivated by seeing people regain independence and know your role plays a key part in that journey.
Here's what will help you thrive in this role:
Certificate III in Aged Care, Health Services Assistance, or equivalent
Ability to deliver safe, effective care under direction within a team environment
Strong communication skills and a commitment to person-centred care
Awareness of safety, infection control and quality standards in healthcare
You'll stand out if you bring experience in rehabilitation, community or aged care settings and a proactive approach to learning and development.
Most importantly, you're passionate about supporting others, committed to making a positive impact, and guided by compassion, integrity, dignity, innovation and courage in everything you do.
In this role, your care and teamwork will directly support people to live more independently and confidently.
Why Join Darling Downs Health?
At Darling Downs Health, we care for over 300,000 people across our expansive region. No matter where you live in our region, from Taroom in the north to Texas in the south, our purpose is to ensure accessible and sustainable care. It's complex, challenging work that makes a real difference - and the career possibilities are endless.
Whether you're a doctor, nurse, allied health professional, facilities team member, or administrator, you'll see your impact firsthand. Here, you'll find opportunities that simply don't exist elsewhere: the chance to lead initiatives, develop specialties, and embrace responsibilities that would take years to access in larger health services.
Darling Downs Health is where you can step up sooner, grow faster, and help shape the future of care across our region.
Your career at Darling Downs Health also comes with meaningful rewards:
Maximise your take-home pay with salary packaging and generous leave entitlements
Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support balance and variety
Access professional development funding, study leave and clear career pathways
Be part of a diverse and inclusive culture that values learning and collaboration.
Take care of your wellbeing with EAP access, private health insurance discounts and the Fitness Passport.
For a full list of benefits, visit: Darling Downs Health Benefits
Your future is here. Where are you?
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a place that values people and purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your application and upload the requested documents.
Find out more about us!
Visit our careers site to learn more about working with Darling Downs Health:
www.health.qld.gov.au/darlingdowns
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