Australia presents abundant opportunities in the nursing field, with roles spanning various specialities and healthcare settings. Registered nurses, enrolled nurses, and nurse practitioners are in high demand across hospitals, aged care facilities, community health centres, and private practices. This strong demand reflects the country's commitment to healthcare and the growing need for skilled professionals.

Job openings include positions in general medical and surgical nursing, as well as specialist areas such as paediatric nursing, mental health nursing, and critical care nursing. Travel nursing opportunities exist, providing experiences across different regions and healthcare environments. Career pathways in nursing in Australia are well-defined, allowing for ongoing professional development and specialization.

The Australian healthcare sector also provides options for nurse educators, clinical nurse managers and research positions, so there is a broad range of roles for advancement. With a focus on patient care and a supportive work environment, nursing jobs in Australia are an attractive career choice for local and international applicants.
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155 Nursing jobs in Australia

Nursing assistant

  • 6027 Joondalup, Western Australia
  • Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
  • 12.04.2025
Multiple permanent part-time opportunities - 56 hours per fortnight Varied shifts across a rotating roster - Monday to Sunday Located at Edgewater Donor Centre, WA Sal ary starting from $32.31 per...

Nursing assistant

  • Part time
  • 3850 Sale, Victoria
  • Manchester Royal Eye Hospital
  • 12.04.2025
Band 2 Main area Community Support Worker Grade Band 2 Contract Permanent: Evening Hours Part time - 20 hours per week Job ref 349-LCO-7111618* Site Meadway Health Centre Town Sale Salary £24,169 ...

Assistant nursing

  • Part time
  • 2680 Griffith, New South Wales New South Wales
  • NSW Health
  • 13.04.2025
Employment Type : Casual opportunities available Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing Remuneration: $26.15– $28.69 per hour (+ super + casual loading) Requisition ID: REQ566982 Applicatio...

Assistant nursing

  • Full time
  • 2680 Griffith, New South Wales New South Wales
  • NSW Health
  • 12.04.2025
Employment Type : Casual opportunities available Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing Remuneration: $26.15– $28.69 per hour (+ super + casual loading) Requisition ID: REQ566982 Applicatio...

Assistant nursing

  • 2200 Mount Lewis, New South Wales New South Wales
  • NSW Health
  • 11.04.2025
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing Remuneration: $26.14 - $28.68 per hou...

Assistant nursing

  • Full time
  • 2200 Mount Lewis, New South Wales New South Wales
  • NSW Health
  • 10.04.2025
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time or Part Time, up to 38 hours per week Location: Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital Position Classification: Assistant in Nursing Remuneration: $26.14 - $28.68 per hou...

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Assistant nursing

  • Full time
  • 2298 Waratah West, New South Wales New South Wales
  • Leila Oakman
  • 09.04.2025
At Randstad health & social care we are looking for casual Assistants in Nursing (AIN's) to join our team working within Aged Care! If you are passionate about providing a high level of personal c...

Registered nurse - community nursing

  • Full time
  • 2330 Singleton, New South Wales New South Wales
  • NHS Ayrshire & Arran
  • 13.04.2025
The Role The post holder will be a Registered Nurse who will support the community nursing service in the delivery of the highest quality of health care and will be responsible and accountable for...

Assistant nursing - care

  • 2622 Braidwood, New South Wales New South Wales
  • Southern NSW Local Health District
  • 13.04.2025
Employment Type : Permanent Full Time or part time positions available Location : Braidwood Position Classification : Assistant In Nursing Remuneration : $51844.62 - $56885.07 per annum Hours Per ...

WMH Assistant in Nursing

  • Casual
  • New South Wales, New South Wales New South Wales
  • Uniting
  • 02.04.2025
The Assistant in Nursing (AIN) works within the inpatient aged care rehabilitation ward at War Memorial Hospital (WMH). The successful candidate is responsible for the provision of high quality sp...

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