Assistant In Nursing
Join a team where every day brings the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents, patients and the community.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Assist in Nursing
Remuneration: $31.90 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ663982
Location: Merriwa Multi-Purpose Service
Closing Date: Thursday, 2nd July 2026
About the Opportunity
Looking for flexibility, meaningful work and a supportive team environment? Join Merriwa Multi-Purpose Service as a Casual Assistant in Nursing. This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work primarily within our aged care facility, supporting residents to maintain their wellbeing, dignity and quality of life. At times, you may also assist within the Emergency Department, providing valuable exposure across different areas of healthcare. With morning and afternoon shifts available and no night shifts required, this position offers excellent flexibility while allowing you to make a genuine difference in the lives of patients and residents. You will be supported through a comprehensive orientation program, ongoing guidance from experienced Educators and the Health Service Manager, and a welcoming team committed to your success.
Where You'll Be Working
Nestled in the heart of the Upper Hunter, Merriwa offers the perfect blend of country charm, community connection and relaxed rural living. Located along the iconic Golden Highway between Newcastle and Dubbo, Merriwa Multi Purpose Service is a welcoming and diverse healthcare facility where your contribution truly makes a difference. This 24/7 healthcare service provides a broad and rewarding clinical environment, featuring 14 aged care beds, 8 acute beds, a dedicated palliative care bed and 2 Emergency Department beds within a close-knit facility. Working at Merriwa MPS offers the unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents, patients and the local community while gaining valuable experience across aged care, acute care, emergency and palliative services within a supportive rural healthcare setting.
What You Will Be Doing
As an Assistant in Nursing, you will support residents and patients with their daily care needs while working collaboratively with nurses and the multidisciplinary team.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with personal care and activities of daily living
- Supporting residents to maintain comfort, dignity and independence
- Assisting nursing staff with patient care activities
- Observing and reporting changes in resident and patient wellbeing
- Contributing to a safe, welcoming and person-centred care environment
- Supporting care delivery within aged care and, where required, the Emergency Department
About you
We are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Assistant in Nursing who is passionate about providing high-quality care and supporting older people within the community.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A Certificate in Individual Support (Ageing) or equivalent aged care qualification
- Experience working within an aged care environment
- A caring, compassionate and patient-centred approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- A commitment to providing respectful, high-quality care
Essential requirements:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
What we can offer you:
✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development
✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
✅ 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
✅ The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community.
Additional Information
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.
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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support.
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For role related queries or questions contact Nishad Gopinath on Nishad.Gopinath@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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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.
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.
