Assistant in Nursing Jobs in Cairns

Assistant in nursing aged care jobs in Cairns

Sanctuary Recruitment is an aged care recruitment consultancy in Australia, with years of unwavering commitment to the aged care sector behind it. We work with some of the top aged care providers across the country and provide staff on temporary, contract and permanent assignments in regional, rural, metro and remote locations.

We are hiring assistant in nursing jobs in Cairns and across Queensland on a casual and contract basis. If you are looking for a new opportunity or would like a free resume assessment, submit your interest here

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What we offer our assistant in nursing workers

Register with Sanctuary and you can be entitled to a network of benefits such as:

  • Fantastic agency pay rates with bonuses and allowances available
  • Accessible online rostering app at your disposal
  • Consultant support and after-hours 7 days a week
  • Free online education
  • Shift variety and flexibility
  • Locations in metro, regional, rural & remote locations
  • Travel and accommodation provided for contract assignments
  • In house HR & clinical governance
  • Industry expert knowledge

Search for your next assistant in nursing job in Cairns

Working and living in Cairns

Cairns is an iconic area of Australia, located in Far North Queensland. Well known
for its proximity to national landmarks such as the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree
Rainforest, Cairns provides a welcome escape from city life for those who
seek adventure within nature.

Its tropical climate, known for having a dry and wet season appeals to a lot of people
that prefer the hotter weather over the cold.

If you are seeking a place that's full of cultural diversity, Cairns could be the ideal settlement
area for you. The diverse nature of its inhabitants shines through in cuisine, events and
festivals that take place in and around Queensland.

Cairns airport allows close connections to other countries such as Japan, New Zealand
and Indonesia, as well as domestic destinations all across Australia.

For more information on the work that we have available in Cairns for assistant in nursing roles,
contact us today

Apply for your next assistant in nursing job in Cairns today

Please call 02 8459 8101 to speak to one of our consultants

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