Assistant in Nursing - Wards/HDU

About the Role

Burnside Hospital is seeking caring and enthusiastic Assistants in Nursing to support its clinical team at the Toorak Gardens site. This is a casual, flexible opportunity across the Wards and High Dependency Unit (HDU), contributing to safe and effective patient care.

In this role, you will work alongside Registered and Enrolled Nurses to assist with day-to-day clinical support tasks. Typical duties include helping patients with hygiene and mobility, completing routine observations, assisting with patient transfers, and supporting admissions and discharges. You will also help ensure the ward and HDU remain safe, comfortable, and welcoming for patients and their families.

The hospital is looking for applicants who are either second- or third-year undergraduate nursing students and/or hold a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance, and who enjoy collaborative, patient-focused work.

About Us

Burnside Hospital is a leading private healthcare provider in South Australia, operating across its Toorak Gardens and Stepney locations. The hospital serves thousands of patients each year and is committed to delivering care built on empathy, respect, and safety. Its values-driven culture supports wellbeing, learning, professional development, and an inclusive workplace where people feel appreciated.

Often described as a “country hospital in the city,” Burnside Hospital is known for its welcoming atmosphere and longstanding reputation for quality care.

What You Can Expect

• A healthy work-life balance with flexible hours in a supportive environment that respects both professional and personal commitments.
• Free street parking and a convenient eastern suburbs location close to the city.
• Structured training, educational support, and development pathways to strengthen your skills and future career prospects.
• Salary sacrificing benefits through the hospital’s not-for-profit structure, including approved living expenses, meals, entertainment up to $18,550, and vehicle novated leasing before tax.
• Wellbeing support such as free counselling and physiotherapy assistance, pharmacy and health insurance discounts, free flu vaccinations, and generous leave provisions.
• A recognition program that celebrates team members who live the hospital’s values.
• The chance to do meaningful work and contribute directly to compassionate, high-quality patient care.

Conditions of Employment

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Working with Children Check and a pre-employment health assessment.