Registered nurse jobs
Registered nurse aged care jobs in Australia
Sanctuary Recruitment is Australia's leading aged care recruitment consultancy, specialising in the placement of aged care professionals into tailored roles across the country. With years of unwavering commitment to the sector, we are experts in our field and have cultivated a strong network of relationships in every state nationwide.
We are employing registered nurses from within Australia and overseas to work on a temporary, contract and permanent basis with the option of sponsorship. You can pick the role that suits you and your lifestyle best, along with when are where you want to work.
To express an interest in joining the Sanctuary community and for a free resume assessment, please submit your resume.
Featured registered nurse jobs
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Coffs Harbour NSW
Registered Nurse
We are looking for Registered Nurses for aged care homes in Mid North Coast and surrounding.
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Registered Nurse
We are looking for Registered Nurses for aged care homes in Mid North Coast, Bellingen, Coffs Harbour and surrounding.
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Registered Nurse
We are looking for Registered Nurses for aged care homes in Mid North Coast, Bellingen, Coffs Harbour and surrounding.
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Registered Nurse
Aged Care Registered Nurses needed for casual work in the Lavington / Howlong area, NSW. Overtime paid. Annual salary review.
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We are looking for Registered Nurses with Residential Aged Care experience in Berri.
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Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
We're seeking experienced AINs who bring a strong work ethic, excellent personal care skills, and a genuine passion for aged care.
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Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
We're seeking experienced AINs who bring a strong work ethic, excellent personal care skills, and a genuine passion for aged care.
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We are looking for Registered Nurses with Residential Aged Care experience in Metro Adelaide and Regional areas.
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Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
We're seeking experienced AINs who bring a strong work ethic, excellent personal care skills, and a genuine passion for aged care.
Learn moreRegistered Nurse
We are seeking Registered Nurses to join our team in the Young area, working on a casual basis across various aged care facilities.
Learn moreWhat does being a registered nurse involve?
Registered nursing is an admirable profession that involves providing medical and holistic
care to those in need. You can diversify your skill set through working in different environments
and areas of the healthcare system, and we are here to aid you should you choose
aged care as your career path.
The duties of a registered nurse include, but are not limited to:
- Administering medications
- Monitoring vital signs
- Collaborating with other healthcare professionals to triage and treat
- Creating and implementing patient care plans
- Providing support to patients and their families whilst communicating health needs and expectations
- Preparing patients for exams and recovery
We are proud to have built a community with the unsung heroes of our society and we are
committed to aiding you in your career journey, regardless of the career route you choose to go down.
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Our registered nurse roles across Australia
We are hiring registered nurses for aged care roles across the country in:
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Director of Nursing
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Education & Compliance
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Enrolled Nurse
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Executive Leadership
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Facility Manager
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Lifestyle & Leisure/Recreational Activities Officer
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Nurse Practitioner
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Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
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How to become an aged care worker
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A guide to the 8 Aged Care Quality Standards
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What is home care?
First published: April 2025 Home care, or care at home, is the support and assistance provided by healthcare professionals to allow those who need a helping hand to live independently at home for longer. The number of people wanting to remain at home is increasing, with 80% of older people opting to continue to live…
Migration stories: From the Philippines to Australia
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Certificate IV in Aged Care pay rate guide
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