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Cornerstone Medical Recruitment

Take your nursing career on the road and experience the freedom, flexibility, and lifestyle benefits of travel nursing with Cornerstone Medical Recruitment .

We're currently seeking Registered and Enrolled Nurses for Medical, Surgical, and Reliever Pool contracts across Northern NSW , including Lismore, Grafton, Casino, Maclean, Kyogle & more! Whether you're looking for a short-term adventure or ongoing placements, we have opportunities to suit your lifestyle and experience.

• Up to $2,297.26 per week including casual termination loading + 12% Super + Penalties

• Travel allowance reimbursed in full (within Australia)

• Free accommodation provided close to site (nearby motel)

• Supportive recruitment and onboarding team for a smooth placement experience

• Ongoing contract opportunities across NSW Health facilities

• Varied clinical exposure across Medical, Surgical, and Reliever Pool settings

• 6-12 week contracts available for November / Decemeber / Janurary start dates!

• Current AHPRA registration (Registered or Enrolled Nurse)

• Minimum 2 years recent acute hospital experience

• Flexibility, reliability, and commitment to high-quality patient care

Cornerstone Medical Recruitment is one of Australia's leading healthcare recruitment agencies, connecting nurses with quality contracts nationwide. We're known for our dedicated support, trusted client relationships, and ability to match you with roles that align with your goals and lifestyle.

please apply now - or email with your CV and Cover letter!

• 4-6 weeks agency contract options
• Commencing within the next 2-4 weeks
• Up to $60.46 per hour (1.0FTE RN 1.8) + shift penalties + 11.5% superannuation
• $Weekly Bonus !
• Claimable meal allowance per day!
• Return travel provided from within Australia
• Fully furnished accommodation provided
• Uniform provided
• Comprehensive agency support from our dedicated recruitment team

• Have full AHPRA registration with no restrictions
• A minimum of 2 years general medical or surgical experience either in a hospital or medical practice
• An up to date police check and WWCC will be required
• Must have full Australian working rights (i.e., Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, a valid Working Visa, or New Zealand Citizenship)

• 4-6 weeks agency contract options
• Commencing within the next 2-4 weeks
• Up to $60.46 per hour (1.0FTE RN 1.8) + shift penalties + 11.5% superannuation
• $Weekly Bonus !
• Claimable meal allowance per day!
• Return travel provided from within Australia
• Fully furnished accommodation provided
• Uniform provided
• Comprehensive agency support from our dedicated recruitment team

• Have full AHPRA registration with no restrictions
• A minimum of 2 years general medical or surgical experience either in a hospital or medical practice
• An up to date police check and WWCC will be required
• Must have full Australian working rights (i.e., Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, a valid Working Visa, or New Zealand Citizenship)

• 6 or 12 week agency contracts
• Up to $60.46 per hour (1.0FTE RN 1.8) + shift penalties + 12% superannuation
• Fully furnished accommodation provided for duration of the contract
• Travel provided
• Uniforms provided
• EASY on boarding process – let us take the stress out of this !

• Current registration with AHPRA, with no restrictions
• Must be a minimum 4th year RN with medical experience (surgical overflow)
• All compliance up to date or willing to obtain
• Must have full Australian working rights (i.e., Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, a valid Working Visa, or New Zealand Citizenship)

• 6 or 12 week agency contracts
• Up to $60.46 per hour (1.0FTE RN 1.8) + shift penalties + 12% superannuation
• Fully furnished accommodation provided for duration of the contract
• Travel provided
• Uniforms provided
• EASY on boarding process – let us take the stress out of this !

• Current registration with AHPRA, with no restrictions
• Must be a minimum 4th year RN with medical experience (surgical overflow)
• All compliance up to date or willing to obtain
• Must have full Australian working rights (i.e., Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, a valid Working Visa, or New Zealand Citizenship)

• Singleton location
• Earn up to $7.87 per hour higher than public hospitals!
• up to $2.66 p/h + super, salary packaging & lots more
• 5k retention or relocation bonus offered when working 48 hours per fortnight

We are currently seeking either one Full-Time Registered Nurse or two Part-Time Registered Nurses to join our team at Elizabeth Gates for night duty shifts. This is an excellent opportunity for dedicated and compassionate professionals to provide high-quality care in a supportive environment. If you’re interested in working night shifts and making a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.

About Uniting Singleton Facilities

Nestled in the peaceful charm of Singleton’s Hunter Valley, Elizabeth Gates offers a cozy, close-knit community where 35 residents feel right at home. Meanwhile, Alroy House welcomes residents across two vibrant households, including a secure Memory Support Unit, caring deeply for those living with dementia. With our dedicated Uniting Homemaker at the heart of it all, every day is filled with meaningful moments, joyful connections, and activities that truly enrich life. Every day, our team helps residents live joyfully and meaningfully — and we’d love you to be part of it.

What you’ll be doing in this role

• You will be a clinical leader in the service, and you will develop, deliver and evaluate resident care plans to meet the individual needs of our residents
• You’ll need sharp clinical assessment skills and will take the lead in providing clinical services
• Get to know each resident and become a fundamental part of their life
• Play an important role in making sure the care provided meets residents’ individual goals
• You’ll liaise with medical and allied health professionals and residents’ family members to advocate for clients’ quality of life
• Supervise and support our Personal Care Workers
• Practice in a holistic way, using your critical decision-making skills to lead the team.

What we offer you

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Up to $18,550 NFP salary pac aging available. (Permanent Employees Only )
• You’ll become part of a community of clinical practitioners that supports you in the continuous development of your clinical practice
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career and leadership skills
• Support to develop the skills you need to grow into a service manager, deputy service manager, clinical nurse educator, and other clinical practice, corporate, and leadership roles.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment
• A commitment to offer opportunities to grow your career
• Purchase of additional leave (Permanent Employees Only )

For more information on the benefits of being a registered nurse at Uniting, visit our nurse benefits page

Who we’re looking for

• You’ll have previous registered nursing experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin a career in aged care if you have nursing experience in the wider health sector.
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic, resourceful, a great time manager, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
• You’ll be committed to contemporary aged care nursing practice.
• You’ll hold a nursing degree with current AHPRA registration.

How to Apply

If you see yourself in this role, we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply now’ button, fill out your details and submit.

Once you apply, we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing. We encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, references and pre-employment screening.

Who is Uniting?

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

• Located in Leichhardt
• Full Time Permanent Position
• This role requires travelling across services
• Competitive pay, flexibility & great benefits
• Contribute to the development and delivery of areas of speciality care related to the education programme across the organisation
• Contribute to formal strategic planning for the service lines to ensure a focus on areas of speciality is maintained within the organisation

What do we need you to do

You’ll deliver market leading clinical services, particularly in expertise/specialization by guiding the process of clinical practice improvement, ensuing clinical practices are research based, innovative and up-to-date, leading clinical service delivery and consultancy strategy and contributing to service-related professional development.

This includes

• Providing analysis of relevant research and operational information and assisting managers to evaluate and integrate the information they receive.
• Coordinating and maintaining team management systems and ensuring relevant information is input on a consistent and regular basis.
• Providing a collection of relevant data to assist with budgeting, the operation of the team and production of regular reports.
• Conducting specialised studies as required, providing insights into the operation of the team and the organisation.

What do we need you to bring

• Typically, this role will require more years’ experience in your field of expertise.
• You will be continuing to develop in your area of expertise and be expected to provide innovative ideas to solve problems in your discipline.
• Current Registration with AHPRA (relevant health professional board or the Nurses & Midwives board of Australia) without conditions
• Master’s degree in area of speciality

About Uniting

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

How to apply

If this opportunity is of interest, then we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply’ button in this ad, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

What to expect

Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks.

What you’ll be doing in this role
Our Uniting Household Model of care empowers our residential care teams with freedom to support our residents in ways that help them maintain a sense of meaning and purpose in their day. You’ll provide high standards of clinical care for residents living in our aged care home, to support their independence and improve their quality of life.

Your care work may include:

• Providing support, education and mentorship to Support Advisors, Registered and Enrolled Nurses where applicable
• Maintaining professional development to align with professional standards and organisational principles
• Providing clinical nursing care for older people within an environment of increasing acuity
• Sharing a high level of clinical nursing knowledge, experience and skills in providing complex nursing care to our residents.

Who we’re looking for

• You’ll have previous registered nursing experience in aged or community care, or a passion to begin a career in aged care if you have nursing experience in the wider health sector.
• You’ll be adaptable, empathetic, resourceful, a great time manager, and be able to live Uniting’s everyday values of being compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold.
• You’ll be committed to contemporary aged care nursing practice.
• You’ll hold a nursing degree with current AHPRA registration.

We’ll create a better future for you
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we support them to grow and develop to be their best through our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation. Together, we can build a better future for the people and communities we serve, and for you.

About Uniting
Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

Empowered by diversity
At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

What to expect
Please know that employment with Uniting will require a National Police Check, and Reference Checks.

How to apply
If this opportunity is of interest, then we’d love to hear from you. Just click on the ‘Apply’ button in this ad, fill out your details and submit. We encourage applications from people who identify as a part of the Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Community.

Location: Sydney North
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
What’s on offer: Competitive pay + flexibility + fantastic NFP benefits

Are you a clinical leader ready to drive real change in people’s lives? At Uniting NSW.ACT , we’re looking for an experienced health professional to champion best-practice clinical care, influence service improvement, and help shape the future of healthcare.

As a Clinical Nurse Consultant , you’ll be more than just part of the team – you’ll be guiding it. Your role will focus on:

• Leading innovative, research-driven clinical practice
• Supporting service strategy and team development
• Coordinating data and insights that help us make smart, compassionate decisions
• Driving excellence through evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement

• Deep experience in your clinical specialty
• A passion for innovation and improving care delivery
• Current AHPRA registration (no conditions)
• A Post Graduate degree in your specialty area
• Experience in dementia, wound care and palliative care are a must!
• Strategic thinking, leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.

At Uniting, inclusion isn't just something we value - it's how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.

• Purpose-led work that truly matters
• A collaborative, inclusive team culture
• Commitment to reconciliation and cultural respect
• A proud Child Safe Organisation

We’re guided by our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative, and bold – and we bring these to life every day.

This is more than a job – it’s a chance to lead, influence, and change lives. If you’re ready to make a difference, we’d love to meet you.

Apply now and join Uniting – where your leadership creates lasting impact.