Casual Assistant in Nursing
Make a difference close to home in a role where every shift counts.
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Assist in Nursing
Remuneration: $31.90 - $35.00 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Requisition ID: REQ671388
Location: Kurri Kurri
Closing Date: Sunday, 2nd August 2026
About the Opportunity
Join the welcoming and supportive team at Kurri Kurri District Hospital as a Casual Assistant in Nursing (AIN) and enjoy the flexibility of casual employment while making a real difference to the lives of patients in your local community. Kurri Kurri District Hospital is a valued community hospital where teamwork, compassion and person-centred care are at the heart of everything we do. As a Casual Assistant in Nursing within our General Ward, you'll work alongside Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of safe, high-quality care to a diverse range of medical and rehabilitation patients. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build your clinical experience in a supportive hospital environment while enjoying the flexibility to balance work with your lifestyle. You'll receive a comprehensive orientation and ongoing support from the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Educator and experienced nursing staff, ensuring you feel confident and well supported from your very first shift.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Casual Assistant in Nursing, you will work under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse to provide compassionate, person-centred care to patients within the General Ward.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting patients with personal care and activities of daily living.
- Supporting patient mobility, comfort and wellbeing.
- Assisting with patient observations and promptly reporting changes in condition to the nursing team.
- Preparing patients for meals and assisting with feeding where required.
- Maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming clinical environment.
- Assisting with patient transfers and transportation throughout the facility.
- Working collaboratively with Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and the multidisciplinary team to support positive patient outcomes.
- Contributing to a caring, respectful and supportive team culture.
Every shift provides the opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families.
About you
Our ideal candidate is a compassionate, reliable and enthusiastic Assistant in Nursing who enjoys working as part of a collaborative healthcare team. You have a genuine passion for caring for others, communicate well with patients and colleagues, and are committed to delivering safe, respectful and person-centred care.
Essential requirements:
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing) or equivalent qualification.
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. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience
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 Kathryn Mccutchan on Kathryn.McCutchan@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.
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.
