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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City of Albury NSW
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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RNs needed for casual work in residential aged care in Armidale
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Registered Nurse
Regional and Remote Contracts available in South Australia for Experienced Travel Nurses.
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Registered Nurse
Join a passionate team of experienced and compassionate professionals working in metropolitan and regional sites.
Learn morePort Macquarie-Hastings NSW
Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
Sanctuary recruitment are looking for local casual staff for multiple facilities in the Port Macquarie region. Flexible shifts to suit your needs!
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RNs needed for casual work in residential aged care in Grafton and Maclean.
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Registered Nurse
Ready to Shake Up Your Nursing Career? Become a Travel Nurse!
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Registered Nurse
We're seeking dedicated Registered Nurses for short-term contract roles. Perfect for those looking for full-time or part-time shifts that suit you!
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Registered Nurse
We're seeking dedicated Registered Nurses for short-term contract roles. Perfect for those looking for full-time or part-time shifts that suit you!
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Registered Nurse
Sanctuary Recruitment are seeking local Registered Nurses in the Berri and Riverlands area. Delivering high-quality care in RAC Facilities locally.
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Personal Care Worker/Assistant in Nursing
Support aged care facilities in the Port Macquarie region, utilise your cert 3 in aged care with plenty of agency shifts.
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Registered Nurse
We are looking for Registered Nurses for aged care homes in Coffs Harbour Region. Flexible shifts to suit your lifestyle!
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Sanctuary Recruitment is partnered with Regional & Remote aged care homes across WA scheduling Registered Nurses on fixed-term contracts.
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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Working in Aged Care in Australia
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How to Become an Approved Aged Care Provider
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Duties and Responsibilities of an Aged Care Worker
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The Resilience of the Aged Care Industry
First published: October 2023 How to overcome aged care hidden hurdles “The staff were the most vital asset in this situation, the power of the team really shone through during this time” Being part of the world of aged care usually means your general workday is fast-paced and constantly changing, but we often know what…