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Registered and Enrolled Nurse - Aged Care

Australia Healthcare Australia Approximately AUD $35–$60 per hour, or around AUD $70,000–$125,000 per year, depending on registration, experience, location, shift penalties and agency assignments.*
Job Description

Healthcare Australia is seeking Registered and Enrolled Nurses for aged-care assignments across Australia. Registered Nurses generally require an approved nursing qualification, current AHPRA registration, relevant aged-care experience, medication-management competence and eligibility to work in Australia. Enrolled Nurses need current or eligible AHPRA registration and appropriate clinical experience. Candidates should provide person-centred care, support residents with daily needs, administer and document medications safely, monitor health conditions, communicate with families and multidisciplinary teams, and follow Australian aged-care, infection-control and workplace-safety standards. Reliability, empathy, sound clinical judgement, strong communication skills and flexibility for various shifts are expected. Police checks, immunisation evidence, references and other compliance documents may also be required.

Company Info

Healthcare Australia is a national healthcare workforce and recruitment provider supporting hospitals, aged-care facilities, community services and other health organisations. The company connects registered nurses, enrolled nurses, carers, allied-health professionals and support workers with permanent, temporary and contract opportunities. Its services can include recruitment, workforce placement, staffing coordination, compliance support and professional workforce solutions. For nurses, Healthcare Australia may offer access to assignments across different Australian states and territories, including flexible shifts and opportunities to gain experience in varied care settings. Requirements, pay rates, availability and employment conditions differ by role and location. Candidates are generally expected to meet Australian registration, screening, vaccination and work-right requirements before placement.

Destination Guide

Australia is a large island country with strong opportunities for nurses, particularly in aged care, hospitals, disability services and regional communities. Major employment centres include Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra, while regional and rural areas may offer incentives and less competition. Australian workplace culture is generally professional, multicultural and direct, with emphasis on safety, teamwork, equality and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from coastal living and outdoor activities to lively cities, though housing and transport costs vary considerably. Nurses usually need AHPRA registration and recognised qualifications. Visa pathways may include employer sponsorship, skilled migration or temporary graduate and working-holiday options, depending on eligibility. Before relocating, check visa rules, registration requirements, police checks, health examinations, accommodation costs and tax obligations. Obtaining overseas qualification recognition early can make the job search faster.

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