Join a team where compassion, collaboration and care come first.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time and Casual Opportunities
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing
Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.04 Per hour + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ680209
Applications Close: Sunday, 16th August 2026
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.
About the Opportunity
An exciting opportunity exists for an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) to join the Haemodialysis Unit at Tamworth Hospital. Our modern 17-chair unit operates two shifts, six days a week, providing essential care for patients living with End Stage Kidney Disease. The service also delivers acute haemodialysis support to the Intensive Care Unit and provides a plasmapheresis service to both inpatients and outpatients. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact, grow your skills, and be part of a team that genuinely supports your success, we'd love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career with Tamworth Hospital and apply today!
About the Role
As a valued member of our dynamic and supportive team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and ensuring patients have a safe and positive treatment experience. Working alongside Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses, you will assist with patient care during dialysis treatments, including monitoring and recording observations, weighing patients, supporting dialysis set-ups, and providing emotional support and reassurance. You will also contribute to maintaining a safe, clean and efficient clinical environment by upholding infection prevention and control standards and assisting with the day-to-day operation of the unit. Our team is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture where every team member is encouraged to learn, grow and contribute, making this an excellent opportunity to develop your skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. The successful applicant will have a supported education program with the Nurse Educator and be given supernumerary shifts to support learning of the role.
About You
The successful applicant will be keen to learn about nursing patients who are undergoing haemodialysis treatment and work in a friendly supportive team environment. It is a fast-paced environment that requires a person who has initiative and can prioritise and organise their workload.
You will have:
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Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assistant in Nursing) Acute Care or currently undertaking a Bachelor of Nursing (minimum completed first year) – (Please upload supporting documents within your application).
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Demonstrated ability to work within a team environment and follow direction from Registered Nurse.
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Excellent organisational skills, reliability, and the ability to prioritise tasks, follow direction, and adapt within a busy clinical environment.
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A commitment to safe, high-quality care, including the ability to recognise and report changes in patient condition, adhere to safety and infection prevention practices, and learn new skills and systems.
The Perks
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:
No night duty and Sundays off!
️ The Welcome Experience to help you settle into your new community
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
️ Proximity to shopping and other services
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
✈️ 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife 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
