Live and work in Armidale, where regional living, natural beauty, and professional opportunity come together - offering balance, space, and meaningful work in a well-equipped referral hospital.

Employment Type: Casual

Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing

Remuneration: $26.93 - $29.55 Per Hour + 12% Super + Casual Loading

Requisition ID: REQ632410

Location: Armidale Rural Referral Hospital

Closing: Sunday, 1st February 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.

Where you’ll be working

Set on the stunning Northern Tablelands, Armidale offers a unique blend of country charm and vibrant regional living. With tree-lined streets, crisp autumns, and easy access to World Heritage-listed National Parks, this location is ideal for those who value lifestyle alongside career.

Armidale Rural Referral Hospital is a 99-bed facility providing acute care to Armidale and surrounding communities. The hospital delivers a broad range of services including Emergency, Medical and Surgical, Paediatrics, Maternity, Mental Health, Allied Health, Imaging, Orthopaedics, and General Surgery. The team culture is welcoming, inclusive, and built on mutual respect, teamwork, and pride in delivering high-quality patient care.

About The Role

Working within the casual pool, this role offers variety, flexibility, and exposure across multiple clinical areas. You’ll work across medical, surgical, paediatric, and emergency departments, supporting patient care in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

You’ll be part of a large, multicultural team that values collaboration and supports each other to deliver safe, person-centred care. This role is ideal if you enjoy variety, adaptability, and building broad clinical experience across an acute hospital setting.

You’ll be well supported through a combination of virtual and in-person orientation, guidance from the Nurse Unit Manager, and ongoing access to a Clinical Nurse Educator and professional development opportunities.

About You

You’re a committed and patient-focused nurse who thrives in a team environment and adapts confidently to changing clinical demands. You will bring:

Cert 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 120 hours of clinical placement).A commitment to delivering safe, effective, person-centred careThe ability to respond appropriately to changing patient conditions and emergency situationsStrong time management and critical thinking skillsAn understanding of evidence-informed practiceA collaborative approach and strong communication skills within a multidisciplinary team

Benefits

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:

Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero

Proximity to shopping and other services

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

Need more information?

Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Jae Hong Kim on JaeHong.Kim@health.nsw.gov.au

Information For Applicants

If you are currently employed with HNE Health in a position of the same grade, you may not need to submit an online application to be considered. Please contact the hiring manager to discuss your options first.

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

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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.

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 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 HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.

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.

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