Assistant In Nursing

14 hours ago

Muswellbrook, New South Wales, Australia Hunter New England Health Full time $51,000 - $56,885 per year

Support independence and recovery—bring compassionate care into clients' homes with the Transitional Aged Care Program.

Remuneration: $51, $56,885.08 Per Annum + Super + Salary Packaging

Location: Muswellbrook Community Health Service

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ600547

Application Close: Sunday 5th October 2025

Where you'll be working:

Based at Muswellbrook Community Health Service, you'll be part of the Hunter Valley Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP)—a multidisciplinary team supporting older clients to regain function and independence after hospital discharge. Serving the Upper Hunter and surrounding communities, TACP offers person-centred, home-based care with a focus on enablement and dignity. You'll enjoy a supportive team environment with Allied Health and Nursing professionals dedicated to improving quality of life. The service operates 8:00am–4:30pm, seven days a week, with this role offering ten 8-hour shifts per fortnight.

About the role:

As an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) in the TACP team, you'll deliver compassionate, practical support to clients in their homes. You'll help people maintain independence and reach their recovery goals through respectful, person-centred care.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with personal care and daily living activities
  • Providing simple wound care and medication prompts
  • Supporting home-based exercise programs developed by physiotherapists
  • Helping with light domestic duties, grocery shopping, and transport to appointments

You'll work independently with a work vehicle and mobile phone provided, while being backed by a responsive, collaborative team whenever needed.

About you:

You are a self-motivated, compassionate individual who enjoys one-on-one care and thrives when working independently in a community setting.

You'll bring:

  • A Certificate III in Assistant in Nursing
  • Excellent communication and time management skills
  • Flexibility, initiative, and a strong team ethos
  • A genuine commitment to person-centred care and helping others live independently

Requirements:

  • Certificate III Assistant in Nursing
  • Current NSW driver's licence with the ability and willingness to travel to clients' homes
  • Availability to work five 8-hour shifts per fortnight across the 7-day service model

What we can offer you:

At Hunter New England Health, enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

  • Be rewarded with up to $10,000 in the first 12 months PLUS up to $5,000 each year thereafter in fortnightly payments under the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.*
  • Access to The Welcome Experience - settle into your new community with all the support you need to embrace rural NSW.
  • Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
  • 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
  • Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
  • Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
  • Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
  • Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Need more information?

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2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role related queries or questions contact Melinda Higgins on

Additional Information:

This position is full time; however, job share and/or part time arrangements will be considered.

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

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit:

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit:

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.

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.

  • 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. Please note: 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 HNELHD-
ruralhealthincentive

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 for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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