Assistant in Nursing

Job Description

About us

YNA is a national agency, led by nurses and 100% Australian owned. We are a contracted agency to Qld Health, a preferred supplier to private hospitals and residential aged care facilities and a registered NDIS and My Aged Care provider. Our extensive network enables a choice of settings to suit your experience and preferences in Cairns, Townsville and across FNQ.

YNA is a proudly Australian-owned, nurse-led national agency that truly understands healthcare — because we’re run by nurses, for nurses.

We work closely with Queensland Health, private hospitals, residential aged care facilities, and as a registered provider with NDIS and My Aged Care, giving you access to a wide range of rewarding opportunities.

With our strong network across Cairns, Townsville, and Far North Queensland, you can choose the settings that best match your skills, experience, and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for flexibility, variety, or the chance to make a real difference in your community, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

About you If you can demonstrate:

• Enrolled for Diploma of nursing or Bachelor of Nursing

• Completed at least one placement

• A current resume and referee details

• Logbook, ANSAT report or pebble pad can be used as references

• Details of any current competencies and clearances (CPR, Manual Handling)

• Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC). If you do not have current competencies and clearances, we can assist you achieve as quickly and efficiently as possible • Apply online at our YNA website

Benefits

• Achieve a work life balance to suit your lifestyle

• 24/7 Support

• Ability to select shifts and update availability via the YNA App

• Able to pick shifts convenient to you

Our friendly recruitment team will support you at every step of the application process, making it simple, seamless, and stress-free.

YNA is committed to an inclusive workforce and encourages applications from people of culturally diverse backgrounds, including those who identify as part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.