Assistant in Nursing (Incentives Offered)

Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD); Hillston; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging and novated leasing

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

Relocation considerations

Welcome Experience Program

NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive (

Job summary

MLHD is seeking an Assistant in Nursing in Hillston to support Registered and Enrolled Nurses in acute and aged care settings. You will assist patients with daily activities, order supplies and help prepare rooms, working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver compassionate, high-quality care.

The role offers permanent full-time, part-time or casual opportunities, with up to 38 hours per week, relocation considerations, and comprehensive leave and superannuation arrangements.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or one year of an undergraduate Registered Nursing or Midwifery degree.
• Caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach to supporting people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to relate to patients, families and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to accurate clinical documentation and delivering safe, high-quality care.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (toileting, bathing, mobility).
• Support nursing team by preparing rooms, gathering equipment and assisting with positioning and transfers.
• Provide allocated nursing care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Document patient care, observations and responses in clinical records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Documentation accuracy

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care)

One year completion of Undergraduate RN or Midwifery

Job description

Assistant In Nursing

Join Hillston as an Assistant in Nursing and play a vital role in supporting Registered and Enrolled Nurses to deliver compassionate, person-centred care across acute and aged care settings. In this rewarding role, you will make a meaningful difference every day by assisting patients with their daily care needs while working as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Our Benefits

Financial

• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• Relocation considerations
• Access to the Welcome Experience Program
• Up to $20k NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme + $10k rolling annual incentive (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options including long service and carers leave

Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience and balance

Employment type: Permanent Full / Part Time or Casual opportunities

Position classification: Assistant In Nursing

Renumeration: $65,150.16 - $71,479.42 per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)

Hours per week: up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ684227

Location: Hillston

About The Role

As an Assistant in Nursing (AIN), you will work as part of a supportive healthcare team, assisting Registered and Enrolled Nurses to deliver high-quality, person-centred care in acute and aged care settings. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, showering, mobility and personal care.
• Support the nursing team by preparing patient rooms, gathering equipment and assisting with patient positioning and transfers.
• Provide allocated nursing care activities under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Document patient care, observations and responses accurately in clinical records and progress notes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure safe, compassionate and high-quality care is delivered to patients

What We’re Looking For

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or one year completion of UndergraduateRegistered Nursing or Midwifery degree.
• Demonstrate a caring, compassionate and patient-focused approach to supporting people with their healthcare needs.
• Have strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with patients, families and colleagues.
• Work effectively both independently under the direction of a Registered Nurse and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Be committed to maintaining accurate clinical documentation and delivering safe, high-quality care.
• Adapt well to a fast-paced healthcare environment while demonstrating professionalism, accountability and a willingness to learn.

Applications close: 30 September 2026

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy

MLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.

NSW Health is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.