At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist patients with daily routines and support their health needs.
- Company: Coonamble Health Service, dedicated to healthier rural communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, superannuation, and salary packaging options.
- Other info: Join a supportive team in a vibrant rural community with great lifestyle opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication and empathy skills; experience in healthcare is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 15016 - 71479 $ per year.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing (MPS)
Remuneration: $65,150.16 - $71,479.42 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)
Location: Coonamble, NSW
Hours Per Week: 38
Applications Close: 20 October 2026; 11:59pm
About the role
As an Assistant in Nursing you will be integral to us achieving our goal of healthier rural people and thriving communities. You'll have strong communication, empathy and customer service skills while you assist patients with their daily routines, such as showering, toileting, dressing, eating, communication, mobility, medication and exercise. You'll keenly observe those in your care, keep accurate electronic patient records and assist in the planning of daily routines and ongoing care.
We commit to support you in an inclusive, collaborative and caring team environment, and will help you develop the skills you need to reach your potential.
Coonamble MPS is 160 Km from the large regional centre of Dubbo. Coonamble and district offer many opportunities including great food and coffee spots, walking tracks, yoga, netball or football and many other diverse activities. You may even want to get involved in the local theatre play which is running this year. Great schools and family activities are also available.
Coonamble is a rural town with 5 acute beds, emergency department, dialysis, 18 residential aged care beds, ambulatory care and a range of community primary health services.
Shifts vary from AM shift (0700-1530hrs), PM shift (1330-2200hrs), Day shift (1100-1930hrs) and Night shift on rare occasions (2300-0730).
The successful applicant will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, including RNs, EENs and AINs, Allied health assistant, and support services staff.
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
Helping you to move to Western NSW
The Welcome Experience is a free NSW Government service supporting workers (and their families) who have accepted a job with Western NSW LHD in most locations. The service helps with housing, schooling, partner work and community connections.
Role-related enquiries: Please contact Camille Torres for more information.
Additional information for applicants:
- All suitably qualified Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply for this position.
- This is a targeted position under GSE Rule 26.
- In accordance with the requirements of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Regulation 2013, any person engaged in NDIS related work is required to obtain an NDIS Worker Screening Check (NDISWC) clearance as part of their employment with Western NSW Local Health District if successful for this role.
- This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future.
- Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace.
- Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care.
- Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging.
To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards.
Assistant in Nursing in Coonamble employer: NSW Health
St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises compassion and community service. Located in the vibrant Darlinghurst area, employees benefit from competitive pay, not-for-profit salary packaging, and flexible working arrangements, including two days of remote work each week. With a strong focus on professional growth, staff have access to study leave, scholarships, and wellness programs, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in healthcare.
