Nursing support worker

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Nursing support worker

Nursing support workers assist registered nurses to give general patient care. They assist nursing staff by supporting patients with tasks including helping them with their hygiene and personal care, as well as their mobility and communication needs. They will also assist in the administration of basic treatment and delivery of medications.

Working conditions

Assistants in nursing may be required to work evenings, weekends, public holidays or rostered shifts.

Tools and technologies

Assistants in nursing can be required to use a range of tools and technologies including: lifting aids, shower chairs, personal hygiene tools eg shaver, nail trimmers.

Education and training

To become an assistant in nursing you usually need a formal qualification in health support services or health services assistance.

The Certificate III in Health Services Assistance is offered at TAFE colleges and registered training organisations throughout Western Australia. To find a training provider near you, browse the Jobs and Skills WA website or visit the My Skills website.

You can also undertake a traineeship in health service assistance (level 3). The traineeship usually takes 12 months to complete and is available as a school-based traineeship.

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