Assistant in Nursing

4 days ago


Metford, Australia Hunter New England Local Health District Full time

**Employment Type**: Casual
**Position Classification**: Assistant in Nursing
**Remuneration**: $26.14 - $28.68 Per Hour + Allowances + 12 % Super
**Hours Per Week**: Up to 38
**Location**: Maitland Hospital
**Requisition ID**: REQ603408
**Applications Close**:Tuesday, 23rd September 2025

**About the Opportunity**
Maitland Hospital is looking for motivated and compassionate **Assistants in Nursing (AINs)** to join our casual pool. This is a great opportunity to work flexibly across a variety of specialties while developing your skills in a modern, supportive environment.

As a valued part of our care team, you’ll work alongside nurses, doctors, and allied health professionals to deliver safe, person-centred care. Casual AINs are essential in ensuring our patients receive the highest quality support across diverse clinical areas—including **Medical, Surgical, Orthopaedics, and Wound Care**.

You’ll also be backed by our dedicated **Nurse Unit Managers and Education Teams**, who provide tailored guidance to help you grow your confidence and capabilities.

**Where You’ll Be Working**
Maitland Hospital is one of the busiest regional hospitals in NSW, offering services in:

- Medical, surgical, oncology, renal, maternity and child health, mental health, and dental care
- A 24/7 Emergency Department
- Progressive, innovative Models of Care designed for a rapidly growing community

In 2022, we transitioned into our **brand-new $470 million facility**, designed with clinical input to deliver world-class care in a modern and supportive environment for both patients and staff.

**What We’re Looking For**
- ** Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (AIN)** _or_ currently enrolled in an undergraduate Nursing degree (completion of 1st year and at least the 1st semester/trimester of 2nd year) _or_ equivalent experience
- A passion for providing safe, compassionate, patient-focused care
- Flexibility to work across different shifts and clinical settings

**Why Join Us?**
- Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle
- Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of specialties
- A modern, state-of-the-art hospital with supportive teams and resources

**The Perks**

Sustainable Healthcare - Together towards zero
State of the art workspace with top of the line equipment
Work-life balance
Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

**Additional Information**:

- Click here for the Position Description
- If you are a current HNE employee, you may not need to apply. Please contact the hiring manager for more information.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

**Information for Applicants**:
**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.

**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.**

**_
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._**

**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.**

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