Aged care nurse sponsorship visas in Australia
Please note, we are currently not accepting new sponsorship applications, and this has been paused indefinitely. If you are looking for an aged care role that doesn't require sponsorship, please get in touch with our team. Thank you for your interest and understanding.
Aged care sponsorship visas for registered nurses
Sanctuary Recruitment is recruiting eligible registered nurses for aged care sponsorship visas from overseas and within Australia. We are an aged care recruitment consultancy with many years of expertise in the industry, and through our long-standing relationships with homes across the country, we are hiring aged care professionals on a temporary, permanent, and contract basis.
Due to acquiring a labour license, we are now able to employ eligible registered nurses on an aged care sponsorship visa with a pathway to PR after a 24-month commitment.
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City of Albury NSW
Registered Nurse
Aged Care Registered Nurses needed for casual work in Albury and the surrounding areas. Overtime paid. Annual salary review.
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Registered Nurse
We're seeking experienced Aged Care RN's for both casual shifts and contract assignments in the Wheatbelt region.
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Registered Nurse
Registered Nurses needed for casual work in Byron Bay NSW and surrounding areas, working in residential aged care.
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Registered Nurse
Join our passionate team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care across the Central Coast & Newcastle.
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Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care across the Central Coast!
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Registered Nurse
Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care across Wollongong and Illawarra!
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Registered Nurse
Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care across Wollongong and Illawarra!
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Registered Nurse
Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care across Newcastle!
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Registered Nurse
Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care around the Northern Beaches and Upper North Shore!
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Registered Nurse
We're recruiting experienced Registered Nurses for casual shifts in residential aged care across the Riverina!
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We're recruiting experienced Registered Nurses for casual shifts in residential aged care across Dungog and nearby areas.
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We're recruiting experienced RNs for contract work in residential aged care across the Northern Territory!
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Registered Nurse
We're recruiting a Clinical Nurse for a permanent position in a well-supported aged care home in Toowoomba, QLD!
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Registered Nurse
Sanctuary Recruitment is currently seeking Registered Nurses for permanent opportunities within aged care homes in Toowoomba, QLD!
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Registered Nurse
Join our passionate team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care across the Central Coast & Newcastle.
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Registered Nurse
We're seeking Registered Nurses to join our team for short and long-term contracts in Parkes (NSW)!
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Sanctuary Recruitment is partnered with Regional & Remote aged care homes across WA seeking RNs on fixed-term contracts!
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Registered Nurse
Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care in Sydney!
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Registered Nurse
Join our team of Registered Nurses delivering quality care around the Upper North Shore!
Learn moreWhy would you relocate to Australia?
Australia is the sixth largest country by area, covering 7.7 million square kilometers.
Made up of six states and two internal territories, it's known for its stunning landscapes,
from beautiful beaches to the vast outback. The country experiences a variety of
climates, catering to different preferences.
Due to its strong and diverse economy with a variety a of job opportunities, it
consistently ranks high in global quality of life indices. The country offers a
high standard of living, excellent healthcare, and a well-developed education system.
As a country, we champion ourselves for a healthy work-life balance. The emphasis
on leisure and recreational activities contribute to a more relaxed and enjoyable lifestyle.
Australia is a wonderful place to call home and through the opportunity of the aged
care sponsorship visas that we offer, you could experience life down under through
Sanctuary. We are hiring eligible nurses for aged care sponsorship visas across the
country, within areas to suit all lifestyle preferences and job requirements. If you
would like to know more, please enquire today.
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Aged care sponsorship visa eligibility requirements
To be eligible for an aged care sponsorship visa, you must fulfill certain visa requirements. Applications are assessed on a case by case basis. At present, we are not accepting sponsorship visa applications, and this has been paused indefinitely. We will update this page if the program is reopened.
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Transitioning into aged care
First published: November 2023 A non clinical perspective With the aged care industry being a part of the healthcare space, the common perception is that you need a nursing qualification to be eligible for a role in a residential aged care home. This is true for a large number of job positions, as clinical members…
Aged care worker resume sample and tips
First published: January 2024 When looking to land your dream job, standing out from the competition can be done through a carefully crafted aged care resume. Showing off your invaluable experience and aged care qualifications is essential, but it can be difficult to know where to start. Within this blog, we’ve detailed how to perfect…
An interview with our nursing team
First written: August 2024 The second in our ‘Meet the team’ series, we spoke to Rhys, one of our wonderful Sydney based AINs. He has been part of the Sanctuary team for the past three years, working on a casual basis in homes across Western and Northern Sydney, NSW. He has worked in a variety…
Touchdown for our PALM Scheme class of 2024!
First published: March 2025 On Tuesday 4th March our PALM Scheme Class of 2024 arrived in Melbourne, Victoria, marking the start of their four year journey in Australia, making a difference in residential aged care homes in Mildura and Port Macquarie for Regis Aged Care. Under the Pacific Australia Labour Mobility (PALM) Scheme, 40 participants…
The resilience of the aged care industry
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An interview with an Aged Care AIN
First published: June 2024 We are proud of our incredible nursing team, showing dedication day in and day out to the residents that they care for. Our aged care recruitment services are spread across Australia, providing staffing solutions on an ad-hoc, short term contract/block booking and permanent basis in metro, regional, rural and remote areas…
10 common aged care interview questions for PCAs
First published: July 2025 Aged care interview questions for personal care assistants (PCAs) are designed to understand your skills, experience and motivations for working in the sector. In this article, we share 10 common aged care interview questions for PCAs, along with examples of how to answer them. Considering these questions ahead of your interview…
Aged care pay rise increases in 2025
Revised March 2025 As part of the aged care reform roadmap, a further aged care pay rise has been implemented this year. On 1 January 2025, a 3% increase was added to pay rates for general workers under the Aged Care Award. Aged care pay rise 2025 breakdown From 1 January 2025, general workers covered…
Your guide to getting involved in aged care volunteering
First published: May 2025 Aged care volunteering is an opportunity to give back to the community whilst providing companionship and support to older people whilst both living in aged care homes or receiving home care. Aged care volunteering options that are available include assisting with daily living activities to make day to day tasks easier,…
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