HNELHD - Wardsperson

Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Wardsperson
Remuneration: $32.50 - $32.73 Per hour + Super 
Hours Per Week: 20
Requisition ID: REQ688025
Location: Werris Creek Community Hospital
Closing Date: Sunday 13 September 2026

Make a difference in the lives of older people and their families in a close-knit rural community

Are you a caring, dedicated and compassionate person looking to make a meaningful contribution to your local community? We are seeking a committed Patient Support Officer to join our small rural Multi Purpose Service (MPS), working alongside a dedicated team of health professionals who provide care and support to older people and those receiving palliative care.

About the Team

As a successful applicant, you will become part of a small, supportive team committed to providing high-quality, person-centred care to members of our local community. Our MPS provides care to older people and people requiring palliative care, working closely with residents, their families and carers.

Working in a rural setting, you will have the opportunity to develop strong relationships with residents, families and colleagues and make a genuine difference to the people you care for.

Working in a rural Multi Purpose Service offers the opportunity to become part of a close-knit team where your contribution truly matters. You will have the chance to build meaningful relationships with residents, families and colleagues while providing care and support to people within your local community.

About the Role

As a Patient Support Officer, you will play an important role in supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality care and maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for residents, patients, families and staff.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the lifting and moving of patients and providing support with personal care and hygiene to ensure a high standard of patient care.
• Undertaking cleaning duties in accordance with commercial cleaning practices, NSW Health policies and procedures, including terminal cleaning.
• Removing and managing soiled linen to support infection prevention and control standards.
• Maintaining cleaning equipment and stores to ensure equipment and supplies are available and ready for use.
• Checking and replacing ward oxygen cylinders to support the availability of safe and appropriate equipment.
• Performing portering and patient support duties, including assisting with patient transfers.
• Collecting pharmacy requirements and delivering cytotoxic waste in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Supporting the wider team to maintain a safe, clean and healthy environment.
• Undertaking other duties as required to support the effective operation of the service.

The position reports directly to the Health Service Manager (HSM).

About You

We are looking for someone who is friendly, respectful, reliable and genuinely committed to providing excellent care and support to older people and their families.

You will bring:

• A caring and compassionate approach to supporting patients and residents.
• A courteous and professional manner when interacting with patients, families, carers and members of the public.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a range of tasks.
• A commitment to providing safe, high-quality patient care.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a small, dedicated team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support colleagues and contribute to the wider service.

Previous experience in aged care or a similar healthcare environment will be highly regarded.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who is passionate about caring for people and is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our residents and their families.

Essential Criteria

• Eligible to Drive in NSW and willingness to travel for work purposes

Support and Development

You will be supported from the beginning with a comprehensive orientation program designed to help you become familiar with the service, your role and local processes.

Our experienced team will provide ongoing support as you settle into the position, ensuring you have the opportunity to develop your confidence and skills within the MPS environment.

Why join Hunter New England Health?

• Be part of one of the largest and most diverse Local Health Districts in NSW
• Influence digital solutions that directly support patient care and clinical outcomes
• Salary packaging options
• Work collaboratively with passionate clinicians and digital health professionals
• Enjoy career development opportunities within NSW Health
• Make a real difference across a large, complex health service
• Fitness Passport for you and your family
  
   

What you'll be doing

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 

We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.   

At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.  Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact hnelhd-diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. 

Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing 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.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent part time and temporary part time vacancies.

Casual opportunities may be available for recommended applicants

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