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At Sanctuary Recruitment, our remote area nursing jobs give you the chance to deliver care where it is needed most. With casual and contract options available within remote and rural communities, we’ll match you with opportunities that are the perfect fit for your career and appetite for adventure.

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Registered Nurses | Residential Aged Care | WA

Perth WA

Registered Nurse

We're seeking Registered Nurses to join our team for agency shifts in Perth, WA!

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Registered Nurses - Regional Aged Care Contracts (WA Only)

Registered Nurse

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

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Registered Nurse - Regional Contracts | WA

Registered Nurse

Sanctuary Recruitment is partnered with Regional & Remote aged care homes across WA seeking RNs on fixed-term contracts!

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Locations we recruit for

We have remote area nursing jobs across Western Australia. Many of our roles involve working closely with
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Some of the regions where we have roles available include:  

  • Kimberley region
  • Pilbara
  • Derby
  • Great Southern region
  • Geraldton
  • Wheatbelt region

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Why work in remote area nursing?

Remote area nursing gives you a chance to take on a deeply rewarding role. You’ll become part of a team that is a lifeline for communities where access to care can be limited.  

Professionally, you’ll get to expand your skillset as well as build upon your autonomy and adaptability. Outside of work, remote nursing also allows you to travel to incredible locations, build meaningful relationships in close-knit communities and have a culturally rich experience working with Indigenous communities. 

Why choose Sanctuary?

We’re proud to support our remote area nurses who make a real difference every day. When working with Sanctuary, you gain access to a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and professional development. These include:  

  • Competitive pay rates
  • A dedicated and friendly consultant
  • Easy, streamlined onboarding with the latest technology from Zipline
  • An easy-to-use mobile app making it easy to claim shifts
  • Travel and accommodation covered for contract work
  • Ongoing training and professional development

Lets get started

Getting started with Sanctuary is simple. Once you apply or register your interest, we’ll support you throughout your search.  

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Express your interest

Send in your resume or register your interest and our industry expert consultants will be in contact.

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Speak with our team

Your dedicated consultant will learn about your experience, skills and preferences to support your job search. 

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Start your remote role

Once you’ve found the right role, we’ll help you through the onboarding so that you can confidently start your new role. 

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Remote area nursing FAQs

To start working in remote area nursing, you’ll need to be a registered nurse (RN) with a current AHPRA registration and full working rights.   

While some remote nursing roles may require you to have additional certifications, these are usually related to the specific duties of the position rather than remote nursing itself.  

Some of our remote area nursing jobs do call for experience working remotely and ideally related to Indigenous and Aboriginal health and culture. This experience ensures you’re well-prepared to step into the role and start delivering quality care in rural and remote communities from day one.  

However, if you don’t have this experience, please do get in touch to discuss what opportunities are available for you.  

At Sanctuary, we’ll guide and support you throughout your journey with us. Our expert recruiters will help you find a role that is right for your experience, skills and preferences, and we’ll make sure your onboarding experience is smooth and straightforward.   

If you’re working in a contract role, we also provide a full concierge service. We’ll arrange your accommodation and travel, so that you can stay focused on providing great care.  

We also offer free online education and continuous training, including modules on cultural awareness and competency, so that you can stay up-to-date and fully compliant with all relevant legislation.

Yes, our contract roles include accommodation. We understand how important it is to feel settled and supported when you're working away from home.   

Details such as the location, type of housing and amenities do vary depending on the role and location, but we’ll always make sure that you have the information you need before accepting an assignment.   

Remote nursing contracts usually last from around four to 12 weeks. At the end of an assignment, there may be the option to extend your stay, depending on the needs of the facility and your own availability.  

Pay rates are determined by the Aged Care Award and Nurses Award, set by the Australian Government. Your specific pay scale will depend on your qualifications, experience, workplace and the type of job you take on, whether it is a contract or casual role.   

With Sanctuary, you may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, travel allowances and referral schemes. When you get in touch with our team, we’ll talk you through what is available.  

You can apply directly through the jobs that are available on our website. If you can’t find anything right now, you can also submit your CV or get in touch with our team.   

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