How long does it take to become a CNA in Australia?

AINs are perform a wide variety of tasks, depending on the healthcare setting they are working in. In general, they assist patients with meals, including feeding those who cannot feed themselves. They help with basic hygiene including bed washing. They record patient information on charts, and advise the RN of any abnormalities or changes in the patient’s condition.

Implementing infection control standards
Making beds
Cleaning equipment
Attending to simple dressings
Assist with basic care needs of patients

Nursing Assistants provide an important role in supporting the growth and development of communities across Australia, and are always in high demand. Here are some key facts and figures about this career path:

$1,200
Average weekly salary
43 hrs
Average hours worked per week
39 yrs
Average age of people in this career
Multi-region
Jobs available in metro and rural areas
~36,200
People employed in this industry
38%
Of employees are full time
Low
Unemployment for this industry
Low
Skill level required for this career

Stats as of November 2021, not including any impacts of COVID-19. Sources: JobOutlook.gov.au; SEEK.com.au

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Use communication, empathy and customer service to assist Registered Nurses and Midwives in the care of patients.

Assistants in Nursing (also known as Nursing Support Workers) work under the direction of Registered Nurses to deliver limited care to patients. They have strong communication, empathy and customer service skills that they use in assisting their patients with their daily routines, such as showering, toileting, dressing, eating, communication, mobility, medication and exercise regimes. They also keep accurate patient records and assist in the planning of daily routines and ongoing care regimens.

Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, toileting, shaving, oral hygiene, dressing and eating.
Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs.
Following therapy plans such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems.
Observing and reporting changes in patients' condition.
Assisting with rehabilitation exercises, basic treatment and delivering medications.
Assisting nursing and midwifery staff with routine technical support functions including setting up for procedures, cleaning equipment and completing basic documentation.
Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records.
Building effective relationships with patients through clear communication and empathy.
Applying simple wound dressings.

Assistants in Nursing commonly work in aged care facilities, or under the direction of Registered Nurses and Midwives in a broad range of healthcare settings.

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