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Overview Make a real difference every shiftjoin our supportive Gunnedah team as a Casual AIN delivering compassionate, hands-on care. Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Assist In Nursing Remuneration: $26.93 - $29.55 per hour + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Requisition ID: REQ655177 Location: Gunnedah District Hospital Closing Date: Sunday, 10 May 2026 About The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join our team on a casual basis in Gunnedah. This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive environment within a 23-bed acute care inpatient unit, delivering high-quality care across a diverse patient mix including medical, some surgical, palliative, and aged care. You will be part of a close-knit team committed to providing patient-centred care to the local community. What You Will Be Doing In this role, you will provide care within your AIN scope of practice, supporting nursing staff in the delivery of safe and effective patient care. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily patient care activities, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and supporting patient comfort and wellbeing. You will work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team and report directly to the Nurse Unit Manager (NUM). You will be supported in your role through an in-house orientation program and have access to ongoing education via a Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE). About You You are a caring and reliable AIN with experience in an acute care setting. You bring a positive attitude and are committed to delivering high-quality patient care. Key Attributes Previous acute care experience would be preferred, but not essential Strong teamwork skills Friendly and approachable manner Flexibility and adaptability Commitment to patient care Compassionate and respectful approach What We Can Offer You 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 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. 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 Healths 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. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Therese Mills on 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: 3vL5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: HNEHealthSteppingUp 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. 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 or . Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. #J-18808-Ljbffr