Assistant In Nursing

 

Exciting opportunities for multiple Assistant in Nursing (AIN) positions at Guyra MPS—deliver compassionate, person-centred care and grow your skills in a supportive, community-focused environment!


Remuneration: $31.24 Per Hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Assist In Nursing
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Guya Multipurpose Service
Requisition ID: REQ598394
Applications Close: Tuesday 23rd September 2025



About the role - Assistant in Nursing (AIN)

As an Assistant in Nursing (AIN), you will deliver individualised, high-quality patient care at Guyra Multipurpose Service (MPS), working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. You’ll play a key role in ensuring the wellbeing of residents across 17 aged care beds, providing person-centred care in collaboration with your teammates.

This role offers extensive professional development opportunities, enabling you to expand your skills, deepen your clinical knowledge, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of residents every day. Join a team that values dedication, compassion, and excellence in care.

 

Discover Guyra – Your Ideal Regional Lifestyle

Nestled in the serene Northern Tablelands of New South Wales, the Guyra Multipurpose Service (MPS) offers a unique opportunity to deliver exceptional healthcare in a picturesque rural setting. Located in the heart of Guyra, just 30 minutes north of Armidale along the New England Highway, this facility combines emergency care, aged care, and community health services under one welcoming roof.

Guyra is a charming country town renowned for its scenic beauty, friendly community, and relaxed lifestyle, providing the perfect balance between professional fulfillment and quality of life. Working at Guyra MPS means being part of a supportive environment where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your contribution directly impacts the health and wellbeing of a tight-knit community.


At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day: 

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero 

Proximity to shopping and other services 

Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees) 

4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees) 

6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses) 

Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance 

Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing 

Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family 

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members 





Requirements:
Our successful candidate will possess the following

Certificate III Assistant in Nursing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree (completion of first year and first semester or trimester of second year), or have equivalent experience.

If this sounds like you, we would love you to apply:

Be a compassionate team member who genuinely values and respects our ageing generation.
Bring your dedication, professionalism, and empathy to deliver exceptional, person-centred care.

Make a meaningful impact every day by supporting the health and wellbeing of our residents.

Join a warm, welcoming team where your skills and care are celebrated and valued.

Bring your dedication, professionalism, and heart for healthcare to our team - we can’t wait to hear from you!


Additional information:

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

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.

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 Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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. 
 
 

Need more information? 

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Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Karen Garth on Karen.Garth@health.nsw.gov.au

 

Information for Applicants:

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 
 
Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp 
 
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. 

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.  
 
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