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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.

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Registered Nurses | Residential Aged Care | WA

Perth WA

Registered Nurse

We're Hiring: Experienced Registered Nurses in Residential Aged Care

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Aged Care Agency Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Aged Care Registered Nurses needed for casual work in Grafton. Overtime paid. Annual salary review.

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Registered Nurses - Regional Aged Care Contracts (

Regional NSW

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses to work fixed-term contracts in Residential Aged Care homes.

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Travel Registered Nurse | Residential Aged Care

Albany WA

Registered Nurse

Ready to Shake Up Your Nursing Career? Become a Travel Nurse!

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Registered Nurses - Regional Aged Care Contracts (WA Only)

Perth WA

Registered Nurse

Sanctuary Recruitment is partnered with Regional & Remote aged care homes across WA scheduling Registered Nurses on fixed-term contracts.

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Registered Nurse - Aged Care

Sydney NSW

Registered Nurse

Sanctuary Recruitment are hiring Registered Nurses for Aged Care shifts around Sydney

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Are you ready for a change? If you're looking for a new adventure or a deeper connection to your work, we have a wide range of rural and remote nursing jobs in aged care facilities across Western Australia. Don’t miss your chance to make a meaningful impact where it’s needed most.

Why choose rural and remote nursing?

  • Make a difference in underserved communities
  • Provide care to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • Travel the country and become immersed in different cultures
  • Benefit from competitive pay with travel and accommodation covered
  • Develop your clinical skills in different environments
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