Assistant in Nursing (AIN) - Complex Medical Inpatient Unit & Long Term Ventilation - REQ649053
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Assist In Nursing
Remuneration: 53399.55 - 58591.32 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ649053
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 28 March 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Assistant in Nursing (AIN) – Complex Medical Inpatient Unit & Long Term Ventilation
Be part of an Australian first service transforming the way children with complex medical needs receive care. The Complex Medical Inpatient Unit (CMIPU) is a purpose built 21 bed unit opening on Level 13 of the Wattle Building in May 2026, designed to support children who require frequent admissions, long term care and highly coordinated support.
A key feature of the Unit is Long Term Ventilation (LTV)
The LTV provides specialised care for children who require long term ventilation via a tracheostomy. This service offers comprehensive clinical support, education and continuity of care for children and their families as they navigate the complexities of long term respiratory support. As an AIN, you will play an essential role in supporting these children and contributing to a stable, nurturing environment.
What you'll be doing
Working under the supervision of Registered Nurses, you will:
• Provide safe, compassionate and developmentally appropriate care
• Support children who rely on long term ventilation and other complex medical needs
• Assist with daily care activities, therapeutic routines and comfort measures
• Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure seamless, integrated care
Who We Care For
Our patients range from birth to 18 years and present with a wide variety of conditions, including:
• General medical, respiratory and sleep conditions
• Complex medical diagnoses and co morbidities
• Feeding and growth challenges
• Genetic conditions and disabilities
• Airway and respiratory support needs, including long term ventilation
For many families, the LTV becomes a consistent home base during prolonged hospital stays, offering stability, continuity and a team who truly understands their child’s long term needs.
Why Join Us?
• Be part of a groundbreaking model of paediatric care
• Develop advanced skills in complex and long term ventilation care
• Work within a supportive, passionate and highly skilled team
• Access ongoing education and development from Clinical Nurse Educators
• Make a meaningful, lasting impact on children and families
If you’re an AIN who is passionate about complex care, family centred practice and working alongside RNs to support children with significant medical needs, we would love to welcome you to our team.
Eligible employees may access:
- Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- Completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Descriptor Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care).
- Previous recent experience as an Assistant in Nursing or in a similar role caring for children and families.
- Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to be an effective team member.
- Capacity to work a 7 day rotating roster including night shifts, public holidays and reasonable overtime.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
4) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to
Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application,
or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
For role related queries or questions contact Sheridan Bourke on sheridan.bourke@health.nsw.gov.au
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