Assistant in Nursing - Tumut

Murrumbidgee Local Health District; Tumut; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Health & wellbeing programs

Job summary

Murrumbidgee Local Health District in Tumut, NSW, is seeking a compassionate Assistant in Nursing for casual shifts. You will deliver patient-centred care, collaborate with the care team, and contribute to quality improvement in a frontline hospital setting.

The role requires immunisation and screening compliance under NSW Health policies, with salary packaging and development opportunities. Join a dedicated team serving diverse regional communities.

Qualifications

• Collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Respond flexibly 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.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and a culture of safety and learning.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Adaptable to changing priorities

Patient-centred care

Education

Certificate ILL in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or 1-year undergraduate nursing/midwifery

Job description

Requisition Number: REQ698087 Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing Remuneration: $32.86 – $36.05 per hour (+ super + casual loading) Applications Close: 12 November 2026 Vaccination Category: A Location: Tumut 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.

About You

Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Certificate ILL 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.

Why join MLHD?

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.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Requirements

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 (Page 11).

You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking / Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process.

Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.