Justice Health & Forensic Mental Health Network Reference number REQ641725 Occupation Assistant In Nursing Work type Part-Time Location Newcastle, Hunter & Region Salary Information $53399.55 - $58591.32 Closing date 16 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Part Time
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing (AIN 1-
Remuneration: $26.93 - $29.55 per hour + Superannuation
Requisition ID: REQ641725 Position Title: Assistant in Nursing (1-, Primary Care, PPT (8 hours p/w) - Cessnock Correctional Centre This is a Targeted Aboriginal Position. Preference will be given to applicants of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Just the place to grow your career and be part of a valued team delivering care where it's needed most! If you're passionate about delivering healthcare with the greatest impact, then come and join us at Justice Health NSW. Be part of a supportive environment, where you can apply your skills to address complex healthcare needs while broadening your treatment capabilities to maximise patient outcomes. Justice Health NSW is a challenging yet rewarding place to take your career even further. With industry-leading safety standards, you can focus on doing your best work alongside skilled colleagues while gaining job training to progress your career. The Role We're currently looking for an Assistant in Nursing to join our team within the Cessnock Correctional Centre. This position requires the employee to undertake activities for which they have the legal authority and competence to perform (please refer to the Scope of Practice document). The person performing the delegated activity is accountable for his or her own actions and to the Registered Nurse (RN). Supervision means the direction and guidance given by a RN to an Assistant in Nursing (AIN). The supervision may be direct or indirect according to the nature of the work delegated to the AIN.
Our Location Cessnock Correctional Centre is a minimum and medium-security facility for male offenders located on the Cessnock Correctional Complex. The Complex is located in the Hunter Valley, 151 km north-west of Sydney and includes Hunter and Shortland correctional centres.
Salary & Benefits Your hourly rate of $26.15 - $28.69 per hour (+ super and leave loading) is just the beginning. You'll also have access to:
* Additional allowances that may apply
* Access to salary packaging benefits
* A fitness passport (if you're eligible)
* Free onsite parking to minimise your commute time
* Fantastic training & education opportunities available
Diversity & Inclusivity We are an equal-opportunity employer. We employ all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability.
Ready to Apply? The first step is to submit your resume and your answers to the following targeted questions:
* Give an example of a situation where you demonstrated the ability to work independently, and another where you collaborated effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
* Please explain how you would prioritise work to meet deadlines either independently or as part of a team.
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