351 Nephrology Nurse jobs in Australia

Renal & Dialysis Registered Nurse - Travel Nursing Opportunities
Cornerstone Medical Recruitment | Multiple Locations Across NSW, SA, TAS & QLD

Are you a Renal & Dialysis RN looking to combine your nursing expertise with adventure? Cornerstone Medical Recruitment has multiple exciting travel contracts available across Australia - from coastal towns to rural centres, city hospitals to regional hubs.

We're seeking passionate, experienced nurses who are ready to make a difference in renal and dialysis care while exploring new locations.

What's on Offer:

• Multiple contracts across New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania & Queensland

• Ongoing contract oppurtunities

• Competitive Agency rates + Penalties + Super

• Travel & accommodation included

• Flexible contract lengths - short or long term (6-12 weeks)

• Opportunity to broaden your skills in diverse settings

Your Role:

• Provide high-quality nursing care to renal and dialysis patients

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal outcomes

• Support and educate patients through their treatment journey

• Adapt quickly to new clinical environments and contribute to positive team culture

What We're Looking For:

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse

• Previous renal & dialysis nursing experience essential

• Strong clinical skills and adaptability

• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Why Cornerstone Medical Recruitment?
Cornerstone Medical Recruitment supports nurses with contracts across Australia, covering travel, accommodation, and payroll so the process is straightforward. Our team works with you to find roles that suit your skills and lifestyle, and we provide ongoing support while you're on contract.

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If you're ready to take your renal & dialysis skills on the road, apply now or send your CV to

• Up to $84.96 per hour plus super
• Contract lengths from 6 to 12 weeks available
• Accommodation fully provided
• Return travel provided
• Curis as your employer – we handle payroll, contracts, and provide dedicated consultant support

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 2 years post-graduate experience
• Minimum two years renal nursing experience
• Current ALS or BLS certification
• National Police Check + Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Must be fully compliant for the Northern Territory before we can submit you

• Offering Full Time, Part Time & Casual Shifts
• up to $52.66 p/h + super, salary packaging & lots more
• $k retention or relocation bonus offered when on a contract of 48 hours per fortnight +

We are currently seeking to fill all shift types - AM, PM & Night Duty. Offering Full Time, Part Time as well as casual work to experienced RN's. 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 for an organisation 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 )
• $5k etention or relocation bonus to anyone on a contract working 48 hours per fortnight or more.

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.

Primary purpose of the role:

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Responsible to deliver patient centered care within the hemodialysis setting in accordance with organizational core values / standards of practice and codes and guidelines as set out by APHRA. To provide support to the Management Team by participating in the clinical, management, education and quality activities of staff and patients within the clinic. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Participates in the design, planning, delivery and evaluation of patient care within the hemodialysis clinical setting.
• Protects the rights of patients by adhering to Privacy Principles and providing an excellent standard of care.
• Responsible for own professional development and provides education to colleagues, patients and visitors.
• Ensures/promotes a safe, secure and healthy working environment to staff and a comfortable, safe environment for visitors and patients as detailed in the Workplace Health and Safety policy (FMEAU-28).
• Actively participates in the quality improvement process by reporting all incidents, hazards and opportunities for improvement.
• Completes clinical and mandatory competencies annually
• Performs defined management functions when required. 
• Maintains accurate patient information in medical records, including Therapy Data Management System (TDMS) and abides by confidentiality and Privacy Policy. Competencies (attitude, skills, typical qualifications & experience) 
   

Essential: 

• Registered as a general nurse with AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency).
• Current practicing certificate.
• Understanding of the Quality improvement process and risk management obligations
• Demonstrated clinical competence and expertise (or working towards) in nephrology nursing.
• Ability to continuously reflect on nursing practice and apply learning as appropriate.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to operate within multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated organizational, decision-making and problem solving skills, combined with the ability to be self-directed.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively perform staff and patient education.
•  Knowledge of nursing, nephrology and other professional issues which impact on nursing practice within the specialty. 
   

Desirable:  

• Nephrology nursing theory and practice.
• Computer literacy.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement initiatives. 

Uniting Nambucca Heads a is seeking a PPT Registered Nurse for night duty, to assist with providing high-quality, compassionate care to our residents, ensuring their well-being and comfort while supporting a team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

• Nambucca Heads Location
• Night Shift – Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (48hrs per fortnight)
• Development/leadership opportunities; supportive multi-disciplinary team

About Uniting Pacifica Nambucca Heads:

Uniting Pacifica, Nambucca Heads is set across four storeys, each with resident bedrooms and communal spaces, including lounges, dining rooms, and kitchenettes. On the ground floor, there’s a secure Memory Support Unit for people living with dementia. Our Leisure and Wellness Team ensures that the community is thriving and doing things that are meaningful and enjoyable.

Role Overview:

As a Registered Nurse at Uniting Nambucca Heads, you will be at the forefront of delivering exceptional person -centred care to our residents. Your clinical expertise and compassionate approach will ensure that each resident received the highest standard of care tailored to their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Clinical Leadership : Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of comprehensive care plans, ensuring they reflect the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
• Clinical Assessment & Service Delivery: Utilise advanced clinical assessment skills to provide high-quality nursing services including medication administration, wound care, and monitoring of vital signs.
• Resident Relationships: Build meaningful relationships with residents, becoming a trusted and integral part of their daily lives.
• Goal-Orientated Care: Collaborate with residents, families, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure care plans align with individual goals and enhance quality of life.
• Advocacy & Communication: Act as a liaison between residents, families and health professionals advocating for residents’ rights and preferences.
• Team Collaboration & Supervision: Provide guidance and support to other Nurses, Care Workers fostering a collaborative and cohesive team environment.
• Holistic Practise: Apply critical thinking and evidence-based practices to deliver holistic care, addressing the physical, emotional and social needs of residents.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, standards and facility policies including the Aged Care Quality Standards.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree with current registration (AHPRA).
• 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities.
• Empathy, resilience, and a genuine passion for enhancing the lives of older residents.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities.
• Previous Registered Nursing experience in aged or community care is highly desirable however we welcome applications from nurses with experience in other healthcare settings who are passionate about transitioning into Aged Care.

Benefits for you!

• Training & Development: Hands-on training, development, and mentoring with a leading provider.

• Positive Impact: Join an organisation that positively impacts clients and the community.
• Salary Packaging: Not-for-profit salary packaging up to $18,550 tax-free entitlements.
• Wellbeing programs: including free 24/7 confidential counselling services for you and your family via TELUS Health
• Employee Retail Discounts: Exclusive discounts at major retailers (e.g.: Coles, Ampol, Samsung, NRMA, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman, Avis, Qantas
• Referral Program: Earn a $500 gift voucher each time you refer a new employee who stays for 2 months.
• Fitness Passport: Access to 865+ gyms, pools, and fitness centres across NSW and ACT for less than a standard gym membership.
• Private Health Insurance: Access to affordable private Health Insurance for yourself or family.

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

Pre-employment Checks:

Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a National Police Check and Reference Check.

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.

Uniting is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Uniting supports an inclusive approach in the workplace.

We celebrate our diversity and welcome staff regardless of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, gender identity and lifestyle choices. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.