Compassionate Nursing Assistant | Growth & Benefits

Hunter New England Local Health District; Quirindi; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing learning & professional dev

Salary packaging up to $11,600

Novated leasing

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Welcome Experience

Job summary

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a casual Assistant in Nursing at Quirindi Hospital. The role supports patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, with responsibilities across daily living activities, mobility, nutrition and comfort in a dynamic hospital setting.

The position requires Certificate III in Nursing or current RN training, plus a safety-focused, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Certificate III Assistant in Nursing or enrolled in an undergraduate RN degree (first year/semester or second year equivalent).
• Enrolled in a TAFE NSW Diploma of Nursing with foundational units in practice and 80 hours of clinical placement.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living including personal care, hygiene, mobility, nutrition and comfort.
• Support delivery of safe, person-centred care tailored to individual needs.
• Observe and promptly report changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse.
• Work with nursing staff to support positive patient outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable care environment per policies.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, families, carers and colleagues.

Education

Certificate III Assistant in Nursing

Enrolled in RN degree (first year/semester or second year)

TAFE NSW Diploma of Nursing with 80 hours clinical placement

Job description

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking a casual Assistant in Nursing at Quirindi Hospital. The role supports patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, with responsibilities across daily living activities, mobility, nutrition and comfort in a dynamic hospital setting.

The position requires Certificate III in Nursing or current RN training, plus a safety-focused, team-oriented mindset.