Assistant in Nursing
Come Join Us as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) at Merriwa Multi Purpose Service and discover the rewarding experience of providing compassionate care in a close-knit, supportive team!
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time - Casual opportunities will also be considered
Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing
Remuneration: $51,844.63 - $56,885.08 per annum + 11.5% super + Salary packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ568714
Location: Merriwa Multi Purpose Service
Applications Close: Sunday, 11th May 2025
About the role:
Providing compassionate, person-centred support to aged care residents, ensuring their comfort and dignity in daily living activities. This includes assisting with essential tasks such as bathing, toileting, grooming, and mealtime care, all tailored to meet individual preferences and needs.
Actively contributing as a vital member of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with fellow Assistants in Nursing (AINs), Enrolled and Registered Nurses (EENs and RNs), Clinical Nurse Specialists, Medical Officers, and Allied Health Professionals.
Together, we deliver high-quality, holistic care that promotes the well-being, safety, and quality of life of each resident.
- 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.
Think This Describes You? We’d Love to Hear from You!
- Do you bring empathy, compassion, and a heartfelt dedication to making a positive impact in others' lives?
- Are you energized by teamwork and thrive in a collaborative environment, partnering with diverse professionals to provide outstanding care?
- If you're adaptable, detail-oriented, and committed to preserving the dignity and well-being of those you support, you could be the perfect fit for our team.
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
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated lease
- 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
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Nishad Gopinath on Nishad.Gopinath@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.
