Employment Type: Casual
Location: Quirindi Hospital
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing
Remuneration: $32.85 - $36.04 per hour + Super
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ705579
Closing date: Sunday 22nd November 2026

Where you'll be working

Known as the 'nest in the hills', Quirindi is located in the picturesque Liverpool Plains, less than an hours' drive from Tamworth. The town is surrounded by stunning landscapes and picture-perfect sunflower fields. Quirindi Health Service incorporates Quirindi Hospital, which is an acute hospital facility with 24hr/7day emergency department, and HealthOne Quirindi, which provides General Practice and Community Health services on site. These services all work in partnership to provide patient-centred and coordinated care to the local Liverpool Plains community.

What You’ll 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 protected, 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





We are looking for a positive, motivated, dedicated and clinically competent AIN to be able to work independently and as part of a cohesive team. Experience in working in aged care would be ideal. Plus a safety focus, willingness to learn and advocate for each resident/ patient to strive towards excellence for Every Patient/Carer Every Time is essential.

Essential Criteria

- Certificate III Assistant in Nursing or currently enrolled in an undergraduate Registered Nursing degree (completion of first year and first semester or trimester of second year), or currently enrolled in a TAFE NSW Diplomas of Nursing (completion of identified foundational units in practice AND 80 hours of clinical placement).

How We’ll Support You

You will receive orientation and training, plus be supported by all staff including the Clinical Nurse Educator. Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry we provide a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England and Lower Mid North Coast. Being the largest employer in the region we can offer educational opportunities and support from a broad network of health professionals.



With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen profession. Working with HNE Health gives you access to a great range of benefits.

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.

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 implemen

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