Assistant in Nursing - Casual
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing
Remuneration: $26.14 - $28.68 per hour + 12% super
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Kurri Kurri Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ604509
Applications Close: Sunday, 21st September 2025.
Where you’ll be working:
About the role:
We are seeking dedicated Assistant in Nursing (AIN) professionals to join our Casual Pool team. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are looking for flexible working arrangements while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.
You will assist patients with personal care, mobility, and communication needs to support their daily activities and overall well-being. Additionally, you will support nurses by carrying out routine technical tasks, including preparing for procedures and cleaning equipment. Maintaining accurate documentation in patient records is essential to ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
If you possess the following, we would love to hear from you!
- Relevant qualifications and experience as an Assistant in Nursing.
- Passionate about providing compassionate and quality care to patients
- Strong commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
- Ability to work flexibly in a casual capacity.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Essential criteria:
- 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.
What we can offer you:
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
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- If you are a current HNE employee, you may not need to apply. Please contact the hiring manager for more information.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Amy White on Amy.White1@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
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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.
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.
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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