Assistant in Nursing - Casual
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing
Remuneration: $26.14 - $28.68 Per Hour + Allowances + 12 % Super
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Maitland Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ603408
Applications Close: Tuesday, 23rd September 2025
About the Opportunity
Maitland Hospital is looking for motivated and compassionate Assistants in Nursing (AINs) to join our casual pool. This is a great opportunity to work flexibly across a variety of specialties while developing your skills in a modern, supportive environment.
As a valued part of our care team, you’ll work alongside nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, person-centred care. Casual AINs are essential in ensuring our patients receive the highest quality support across diverse clinical areas—including Medical, Surgical, Orthopaedics, and Wound Care.
You’ll also be backed by our dedicated Nurse Unit Managers and Education Teams, who provide tailored guidance to help you grow your confidence and capabilities.
Where You’ll Be Working
Maitland Hospital is one of the busiest regional hospitals in NSW, offering services in:
- Medical, surgical, oncology, renal, maternity and child health, mental health, and dental care
- A 24/7 Emergency Department
- Progressive, innovative Models of Care designed for a rapidly growing community
In 2022, we transitioned into our brand-new $470 million facility, designed with clinical input to deliver world-class care in a modern and supportive environment for both patients and staff.
What We’re Looking For
- Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (AIN) or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Nursing degree (completion of 1st year and at least the 1st semester/trimester of 2nd year) or equivalent experience
- A passion for providing safe, compassionate, patient-focused care
- Flexibility to work across different shifts and clinical settings
Why Join Us?
- Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
- Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of specialties
- A modern, state-of-the-art hospital with supportive teams and resources
👉 Apply now to join the Maitland Hospital team as a Casual AIN—where your contribution is valued, and your growth is supported.
The Perks
✅ Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
✅ State of the art workspace with top of the line equipment
✅ Work-life balance
✅ Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
✅ Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
✅ Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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 Catherine Levey on catherine.levey@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.
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.
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.
Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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