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Nursing Support Worker

OSCA 442231·ANZSCO 423312

Employed

40,200

Part-time share

63.3%

Female share

85.4%

Median age

36 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Courses linked to this job include Certificate II in Health Support Services.

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About this career

Provides limited patient care under the direction of nursing staff in a hospital or aged care facility.

What they typically do

  • Supports patients with daily activities such as mobility and personal care
  • Follows therapy plans such as interventions, to assist patients
  • Observes and reports changes in patients' conditions, and reports complaints about care provided
  • Provides basic treatment and delivery of medications under the direction of nursing staff, including vaccinations
  • Participates in planning the care of patients and residents
  • Assists with rehabilitation exercises
  • Assists in workplace health and safety

Where they work

Health Care and Social Assistance

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
49.4%
QLD
32.8%
WA
9.5%
VIC
3.8%
ACT
2%
SA
1.4%
TAS
0.9%
NT
0.2%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Nursing Support Worker.

  • Certificate II in Health Support Services

    HLT23221 · AQF 2 · 65 providers

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