ANZSCO 42333.6ModerateNo Shortage

Nursing Support and Personal Care Workers

Carers and Aides · Personal Carers and Assistants

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Moderate Risk

Median Weekly Pay

$1,612

Full-time workers

Employment

110,400

Total workers

10yr Growth

+24.7%

Projected to 2035

Shortage Status

No Shortage

JSA Official AI Exposure

Automation26.0%
Augmentation60.0%

Key Tasks

  • Assisting patients with their personal care needs such as showering, dressing and eating
  • Assisting patients with their mobility and communication needs
  • Participating in planning the care of individuals
  • Following therapy plans such as interventions to assist those with dementia and behavioural problems
  • Observing and reporting changes in patients' condition, and reporting complaints about care
  • Assisting with rehabilitation exercises, basic treatment and delivering medications
  • Providing direct support and assistance to therapists

Employment Projections to 2035

Median Age

40

Female Share

74.0%

Part-Time Share

52.0%

Skill Level

4 / 5