Assistant In Nursing

NSW Health; Gundagai; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Novated car leasing

Professional development

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

NSW Health in Gundagai is seeking an experienced Assistant in Nursing for permanent part-time and casual roles. You will deliver compassionate, evidence-based care, work with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to quality improvement in a frontline clinical setting.

The position offers competitive remuneration with superannuation and generous leave loading where applicable. The role requires a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or completion of part of an

Qualifications

• We require a Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or completion of one year of an Undergraduate Registered Nursing or Midwifery degree.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and adapt to changing clinical priorities.
• Commitment to patient-centred care, cultural safety and ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred, evidence-based care in line with standards and legislation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage in continuous quality improvement and contribute to a culture of safety and learning.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Cultural safety

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care)

Undergraduate nursing or midwifery (1 year completed)

Job description

Requisition Number: REQ692452
Employment Type: Permanent Part-time & Casual Opportunities
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing
Remuneration: $65,150.16 - $71,479.42 per annum, pro rata (+ super + 17.5% leave loading where applicable) / $32.86 – $36.05 per hour (+ super + casual loading)
Hours per week: Up to 28
Applications Close: 11 October 2026
Vaccination Category: A
Location: Gundagai

Do you bring compassion, clinical excellence, and commitment to every shift?

About the Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Assistant in Nursing to join our dedicated team in this critical frontline role delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families.

As the Assistant in Nursing, you will:

• Deliver person-centred, evidence‑based care in accordance with relevant standards and legislation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage in continuous quality improvement activities and contribute to a culture of safety and learning.

To find out more, please review the Position Description

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Certificate lll in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or one year completion of Undergraduate Registered Nursing or Midwifery degree.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and respond flexibly to changing clinical priorities.
• A commitment to patient‑centred care, cultural safety, and continuous professional development.

At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job, we offer the chance to make a real difference.
Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax‑free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs, Fitness Passport, and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.

MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined intheNSW Health OASV Policy(Page 11).You will be required to complete theOASV Undertaking/ Declaration FormandTB Assessment Toolduring the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.