Assistant in Nursing - Urana (Incentives Offered)

NSW Health; Urana; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on incentive up to $20,000

Novated car leasing

Salary packaging up to $20,600 per ann

Job summary

NSW Health in Urana is seeking an experienced Assistant in Nursing to join our frontline team delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients and their families.

As the Assistant in Nursing, you will provide person-centred, evidence-based care in line with standards, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes, and participate in continuous quality improvement to support safety and learning. This permanent role in Urana offers incentives and flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care) or completion of undergraduate RN/Midwifery (1 year).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and 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 relevant standards and legislation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage in continuous quality improvement and contribute to a culture of safety and learning.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Flexible to changing priorities

Patient-centred care

Professional development

Education

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Acute Care)

Job description

Assistant in Nursing - Urana (Incentives Offered)

* This position qualifies for incentives under the NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme, including up to $20,000 sign on incentive, and up to $10,000 each year (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Requisition Number: REQ693610
Employment Type: Permanent Full – Time, 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)
Hours per week: Up to 38
Applications Close: 18 October 2026
Vaccination Category: A
Location: Urana

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.

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.
• Up to $20k NSW Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme + $10k rolling annual incentive (incentive value dependent on full-time equivalent, position and location).

Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.

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.