Assistant in Nursing

Make a Real Difference in a Caring Community – Join Denman MPS as an Assistant in Nursing

Remuneration: $61,942.22 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing

Hours Per Week: 38

Requisition ID: REQ606972

Location: Denman Multi-Purpose Service

Closing: Sunday 28th September 2025

Where you'll be working

Welcome to Denman Multi-Purpose Service (MPS), where aged care and acute services come together to create a truly rewarding work environment. We're proud to offer:

• A 2-bed Emergency Department
• 14 Residential Aged Care beds
• 3 Sub-Acute beds

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley, Denman is a charming community with friendly locals, cosy cafés, boutique gift shops, and excellent schools nearby. With Pokolbin wine country just an hour away, and Newcastle's beaches only 1 hour 45 minutes down the road, you'll enjoy the perfect balance of country living and city convenience.

About the role

As an Assistant in Nursing, you'll bring kindness, compassion, and support to residents each day. You'll:

• Deliver hands-on personal care with respect and empathy
• Build meaningful connections with residents and their families
• Collaborate closely with a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team
• Be encouraged to show initiative while making every interaction matter

Every day you'll go home knowing you've made a genuine difference in someone's life.

About you

You're not just looking for a job—you're looking for a role with purpose. You'll thrive in this role if you:

• Bring a caring, compassionate nature to everything you do
• Enjoy working as part of a collaborative and supportive team
• Communicate clearly and kindly with residents, families, and colleagues
• Show initiative, reliability, and the ability to work independently when needed

Requirements

• Current Assistant in Nursing qualification (Certificate III or equivalent)
• Passion for aged care and person-centred support
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional growth

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:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) – giving you the opportunity for true work-life 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

Plus, you'll receive on-site education support every Tuesday from our Clinical Nurse Educator, access to group and 1:1 sessions, and tailored professional development reviews to help your career thrive.

Ready to join a team that feels more like family? Apply today and start your rewarding career with Denman MPS

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Additional Information:

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

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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.

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.

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.

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

This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.

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