Assistant in Nursing

About the Role

Closing Date: 28/08/2026

• Competitive salary plus generous salary packaging options
• Dynamic work environment and collaborative team culture
• Comprehensive learning and growth opportunities

The Assistant in Nursing will be a valued member of the Nursing and Midwifery team to support the Nursing team in the delivery of nursing in an Acute Care and Sub Acute environment as directed by the Registered Nurse:

Duties and tasks may include (but are not limited to):

• The role may include a range of tasks such as assisting with patients daily living activities (for example personal hygiene and mobility) help maintain a safe and clean environment in the ward.
• Contribute to collecting accurate health care information and maintaining accurate health care documentation as required
• Communicate effectively with patients and other health care team members in accordance with appropriate protocol.
• Assist nursing and allied health staff with direct patient care.
• Under the supervision of the Nurse in Charge (NIC) / Team Leader (TL) assist with patient movement, handling, and transport.
• Maintain a physical and psychosocial environment that enhances safety, security, and optimal health.
• Work in partnership with the clinical team to identify opportunities to improve patient care and reduce clinical risk.

Employment Type: Casual opportunities working across Albury and Wodonga Hospitals.

Contact details: For further details and a confidential discussion please contact Angela Elton via Angela.Elton@awh.org.au. For a copy of the full Position Description, please click here

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028.  This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development. 

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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