Assistant In Nursing - Incentives Offered

Hunter New England Local Health District; Manilla; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Rural incentives

Salary packaging options

Fitness Passport

EAP for staff

Welcome Experience

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District in Manilla is seeking an Assistant in Nursing to provide safe, compassionate care across aged care, acute care and emergency settings. You’ll work with a supportive team, delivering daily living assistance and person-centred care in a rural health environment.

The role recognises ongoing learning, with a 7-day roster and opportunities to contribute across multiple care areas.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance or enrolled RN/Diploma nursing training.
• Ability to work a 7-day roster across care areas.
• Commitment to safe, high-quality care and learning in a rural health setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support person-centred care with compassion, dignity and respect.
• Collaborate with nurses, clinicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to wellbeing across aged care, acute care and emergency settings.
• Build positive relationships with patients, residents, families and colleagues.

Skills

Caring

Team player

Adaptable

Reliable

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Undergraduate RN degree (first year completed)

TAFE NSW Diploma of Nursing (foundation units & 80 hrs placement)

Job description

Remuneration: $65,150.16 - $71,479.42 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging + Incentives

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time and Casual Opportunities

Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing

Requisition ID: REQ690506

Location: Manilla Multi-Purpose Service

Application close date: Sunday 27th September 2026

Where you’ll be working

Manilla Multi-Purpose Service (MPS) is at the heart of this friendly New England town, offering a unique opportunity to work across aged care, acute care and emergency services.

With 40 aged care beds, 12 acute care beds and a 4-bed emergency department, no two days are ever the same. As an Assistant in Nursing, you’ll enjoy genuine variety and the opportunity to contribute to all aspects of care while working within a supportive, close-knit team.

Located just 45 minutes from Tamworth, Manilla combines country charm with the convenience of being close to a thriving regional hub. The community is warm and welcoming, with affordable housing, quality schools and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors.

About The Role

As an Assistant in Nursing, you’ll play an important role in providing safe, compassionate and person-centred care across a range of healthcare settings.

You Will

• Assist patients and residents with activities of daily living and personal care.
• Support the delivery of patient- and person-centred care with compassion, dignity and respect.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, clinicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Contribute to the wellbeing and comfort of patients and residents across aged care, acute care and emergency settings.
• Build positive relationships with patients, residents, families and colleagues.

This is a varied and rewarding opportunity to develop your skills and experience in a rural health setting, where your contribution can make a real difference to the lives of patients, residents and the local community.

About You

You are a caring, adaptable and reliable team player who is passionate about supporting others. You don’t need to have experience across every area of healthcare. What matters most is your commitment to safe, high-quality care, your willingness to learn and your ability to work as part of a supportive team.

Requirements

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assistant in Nursing); or
• Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree, having completed first year and first semester or trimester of second year; or
• Be currently enrolled in a TAFE NSW Diploma of Nursing, with completion of the identified foundational units in practice and 80 hours of clinical placement.
• The ability to work a 7-day roster across various care areas.

Why join us?

• You may be rewarded with up to $20,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $10,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
• 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
• Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero.
• Salary packaging options of up to $11,600, plus novated leasing.
• Fitness Passport, providing discounted gym and fitness options for you and your family.
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members.
• The opportunity to work and collaborate with a diverse range of clinical and non-clinical professionals.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience across a diverse rural healthcare environment.

For role related queries or questions contact Ashlee Roworth on [e-mail]

Additional Information

Based on a minimum 18-month commitment to the position or the agreed duration of your contract. All payments to part-time and contract employees will be made on a pro-rata basis in accordance with the terms of your contract, including any approved extensions. If your contract ends before the agreed completion date, you may be required to repay a portion of the incentive. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme. For further information or to discuss your circumstances, please contact [e-mail].

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.

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

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 [e-mail] for confidential support.

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.

Salary Packaging:

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 [e-mail] 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.