Make a difference close to home. Join a caring team in the heart of the Upper Hunter Valley.

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time

Position Classification: Assist In Nursing

Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.04 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary packaing

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ700011

Location:Denman Multi Purpose Service

Closing Date: Sunday 25th October 2026

About the Opportunity

An exciting opportunity is available for an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join the friendly and supportive team at Denman Multipurpose Service (MPS).

Located in the beautiful Upper Hunter Valley, Denman offers a relaxed rural lifestyle, approximately 90 minutes from Newcastle and its beaches, with local wineries, restaurants and countryside right on your doorstep. Denman MPS provides a range of services to the local community, including a two-bed Emergency Department, 14 residential aged care beds and three sub-acute beds. This varied setting offers the opportunity to support patients and residents with different care needs while becoming part of a close-knit team that genuinely cares about its community.

You’ll be supported in your role through access to rural clinical educators and Health Service Manager (HSM) support, helping you build your skills and confidence while delivering quality care.

What You Will Be Doing

• Provide individualised, compassionate and high-quality care to patients and residents under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Assist with activities of daily living, including personal care, hygiene, mobility, nutrition and comfort, while promoting dignity and independence.
• Support the delivery of safe, person-centred care to meet the individual needs of patients and residents.
• Observe and promptly report changes in a patient's or resident's condition or wellbeing to the Registered Nurse.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff and the broader healthcare team to support positive patient outcomes.
• Maintain a safe, clean and comfortable care environment in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, residents, families, carers and colleagues.

About You

You are a kind, friendly and empathetic person who genuinely enjoys caring for others. You understand the importance of treating every patient and resident with dignity, respect and compassion, and you bring a positive attitude to your work.

You will also demonstrate:

• The ability to work both independently within your role and collaboratively as part of a team.
• A caring and patient approach, with a genuine commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of others.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with patients, residents, families and colleagues.
• The ability to follow direction from Registered Nurses and seek guidance when required.
• Reliability, flexibility and a willingness to contribute to a supportive rural healthcare team.
• A commitment to safe, quality and person-centred care.

If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can make a real difference in a close-knit rural community, we’d love to hear from you. Join the team at Denman MPS and help deliver care that matters.

What we can offer you:

✅ Opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development

✅ Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

✅ 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)

✅ 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

✅ The Welcome Experience helps you and your family connect with local people and resources, making it easier to settle in and feel at home in your new community. Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

Additional Information

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.

An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.

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 [email protected] for confidential support.

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For role related queries or questions contact Lynda Walker on [email protected]

Information for Applicants:

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Websiteis a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance withNSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category A positions prior to offer.All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging:is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via [email protected] or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.

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