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Pay
$51,844.63 - $56,885.08 a year
Job type
Fixed term
Part-time
Contract
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Monday to Friday
Public holidays
Location
Darlinghurst NSW
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Role title: Assistant in Nursing (Year 1 - 4)
Role type: Max term contract part time (32 hours per week until June 2026)
Department and location: Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP), St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst
Salary: $51,844.63 - $56,885.08 (pro-rata) + super.
Better and fairer care. Always.
We are St Vincent’s Health Australia, Australia’s largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.
Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.
About the role
TACP provides a package of services in the clients home for up to twelve weeks duration to clients following discharge from hospital and who have potential to manage at home with rehabilitation and support services.
Provide support to the nursing team, both Enrolled and Registered, in the delivery of nursing care in an acute, sub-acute care and community environment.
Tasks may include gathering of equipment, simple wound dressing, assisting clients with their Home Exercise Programs (HEP), escorting/community access, showering and bathing clients and light domestic assistance.
Document all client responses to direct care given, including progress notes and clinical records in accordance with the plan of care and organisational procedures.
Assist in the delivery of therapy and support services for clients of the TACP, working with a large multidisciplinary team to provide slow stream rehabilitation to clients who have recently discharged from hospital.
The purpose of this intervention is to improve the client’s physical function, avoid further hospital presentations and to maintain their daily living skills.
This position is a part-time position, 4 days per week, with the service operating Monday – Friday. Occasional weekend or public holiday work may be required.
About you
Relevant Certificate III qualification or have completed one (1) or more year training of a Bachelor of Nursing degree.
Current unrestricted NSW drivers' license – Class C or above.
Demonstrated experience working with older people in a community/rehabilitation setting.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, under delegation, and the ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Why work at St Vincent’s?
Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community
Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport
Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank
Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free
Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave
About the hospital
In this role you will be based at St Vincent’s hospital, Darlinghurst.
A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location
Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches
A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people
Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus
Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & ******* services, and correctional health
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.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
How to apply
The closing date for applications is 31 July 2026.
To apply please click here
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.
Here’s how the job qualifications align with your profile.
Licences
Driver Licence
Do you have a valid Driver Licence license?
Skills
Communication skills
Education
Certificate III
Bachelor's degree
Do you have a Certificate III?
Job details
Here’s how the job details align with your profile.
Pay
$51,844.63 - $56,885.08 a year
Job type
Fixed term
Part-time
Contract
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Monday to Friday
Public holidays
Location
Darlinghurst NSW
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Insurance services
Salary packaging
Full job description
Role title: Assistant in Nursing (Year 1 - 4)
Role type: Max term contract part time (32 hours per week until June 2026)
Department and location: Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP), St Vincent’s Hospital, Darlinghurst
Salary: $51,844.63 - $56,885.08 (pro-rata) + super.
Better and fairer care. Always.
We are St Vincent’s Health Australia, Australia’s largest not-for-profit provider of health and aged care services.
Founded by The Sisters of Charity in 1857, our +30,000 healthcare superheroes operate public and private hospitals, residential aged care, community and virtual care, and outreach programs.
About the role
TACP provides a package of services in the clients home for up to twelve weeks duration to clients following discharge from hospital and who have potential to manage at home with rehabilitation and support services.
Provide support to the nursing team, both Enrolled and Registered, in the delivery of nursing care in an acute, sub-acute care and community environment.
Tasks may include gathering of equipment, simple wound dressing, assisting clients with their Home Exercise Programs (HEP), escorting/community access, showering and bathing clients and light domestic assistance.
Document all client responses to direct care given, including progress notes and clinical records in accordance with the plan of care and organisational procedures.
Assist in the delivery of therapy and support services for clients of the TACP, working with a large multidisciplinary team to provide slow stream rehabilitation to clients who have recently discharged from hospital.
The purpose of this intervention is to improve the client’s physical function, avoid further hospital presentations and to maintain their daily living skills.
This position is a part-time position, 4 days per week, with the service operating Monday – Friday. Occasional weekend or public holiday work may be required.
About you
Relevant Certificate III qualification or have completed one (1) or more year training of a Bachelor of Nursing degree.
Current unrestricted NSW drivers' license – Class C or above.
Demonstrated experience working with older people in a community/rehabilitation setting.
Demonstrated ability to work independently, under delegation, and the ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary team.
Demonstrated effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
Why work at St Vincent’s?
Join us on our mission to provide care to all, including the most at-risk people in our community
Discounted access to many gyms for you and your family with Fitness Passport
Access to discounted private health insurance with Medibank
Access to a government salary sacrifice program. Make a proportion of your salary tax-free
Committed to financial support for educational development, scholarship programs, paid study leave
About the hospital
In this role you will be based at St Vincent’s hospital, Darlinghurst.
A busy inner-city hospital in a beautiful location
Surrounded by great cafes, galleries and theatres, parks, nightlife, and nearby glorious beaches
A place of expert clinical care for at-risk people
Closely partnered with universities & affiliated research institutes, many of which are located on-campus
Centres of excellence include heart & lung transplantation, bone marrow transplantation, cardiology, cancer care, AIDS/HIV, respiratory medicine, mental health, homeless health, drug & ******* services, and correctional health
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.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role-required pre-employment checks, including relevant immunisations.
Equal opportunity
We celebrate diversity & inclusion and are committed to equal employment opportunity for everyone.
How to apply
The closing date for applications is 31 July 2026.
To apply please click here
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Assistant in Nursing TACP (Transitional Aged Care Program) position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Darlinghurst offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
