Assistant in Nursing - Renal

Are you caring, reliable and motivated to make a difference to patients receiving dialysis?

Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.04 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging 
Employment Type: Permanent Part Time
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing 
Hours Per Week: 28 hours per week 
Requisition ID: REQ696877
 

Application close date: Sunday 11th of October 2026 
No previous dialysis experience? That's okay — training will be provided onsite to the successful candidate.

We are looking for an Assist In Nursing to join our supportive Inverell Dialysis team.

Inverell Dialysis is an 8-chair unit operating six days a week, with day shifts only, providing a welcoming and patient-focused environment where you can develop your skills while supporting people throughout their dialysis journey.

This is a great opportunity to build your healthcare skills, work alongside experienced clinicians and contribute to the delivery of safe, compassionate patient care.

What You'll Be Doing

As an Assist In Nursing, you will support the dialysis team with a range of important clinical and patient-focused tasks, including:

• Setting up equipment and preparing the dialysis environment.
• Performing and recording patient observations as directed.
• Supporting patients with mobility and comfort.
• Assisting the clinical team to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Cleaning and maintaining dialysis equipment in accordance with relevant procedures.
• Supporting patients and contributing to a positive experience throughout their treatment.
• Working collaboratively with nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
   

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is caring, compassionate and respectful when working with patients.
• Has a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is reliable, organised and able to follow instructions and procedures.
• Is committed to providing safe, high-quality patient care.
   

Why Join Us?

• Learn and grow – Receive onsite training and gain valuable hands-on experience in a specialist dialysis environment.
• Be part of a supportive team – Work alongside experienced nurses and healthcare professionals who will support your learning and development.
• Make a difference every day – Provide practical, compassionate support to patients throughout their dialysis journey.
• Build your healthcare career – Develop valuable clinical and patient-care skills that can support your ongoing career in healthcare.

• 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 

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

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are a positive and caring team player who is keen to learn and contribute to a supportive dialysis environment, we would love to hear from you.

Need more information?
  1) Click here for the Position Description
  2) Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Catherine McCosker on Catherine.McCosker@health.nsw.gov.au

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.

   

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

• Job share / part time arrangements will be considered.