Assistant in Nursing – Transitional Aged Care Program (Incentives Offered)
Hunter New England Local Health District is looking for an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to support the Transitional Aged Care Program (TACP) at Muswellbrook Community Health Service.
Job Details
Remuneration:
$53,****** - $58,****** per annum + super + salary packaging
Location:
Muswellbrook Community Health Service, Muswellbrook, NSW
Employment Type:
Permanent Full-time
Classification:
Assistant in Nursing
Hours per Week:
38
Requisition ID:
REQ******
Application Close:
Sunday 21 December ****
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. The service operates 8:00 am–4:30 pm, seven days a week, with this role offering ten 8-hour shifts per fortnight.
About the Role
As an Assistant in Nursing 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
Assist with personal care and daily living activities
Provide simple wound care and administer medication prompts
Support home-based exercise programmes developed by physiotherapists
Help with light domestic duties, grocery shopping and transport to appointments
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 in 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
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 – support to settle into your new community
Monthly allocated days off (for full-time employees)
6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full-time nurses)
Paid parental leave (for eligible 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 Programme (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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Find out more about applying for this position
Contact
For role-related queries or questions, contact Melinda Higgins at
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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:
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The Stepping Up website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, visit:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive
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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, 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 an agreed duration of your contract, all payments to part-time and contract employees will be made pro-rata. To check your eligibility, visit the Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.
Hunter New England Local Health District
is 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. Contact
for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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