There are great opportunities for nurses to work in Australia. The diversity of career and lifestyle opportunities available range from large tertiary hospitals in the major capital and regional cities, to smaller hospitals in more remote locations, as well as private hospitals, providing exposure to a wide spectrum of clinical and social experiences. The majority of the population live on the coast, making living near a beach not just a dream. Australia offers a variety of climates due to its size, and mostly sunny weather.
The Australian health system is world-class in both its effectiveness and efficiency, with its greatest challenge being the distances involved in managing and providing cohesive health services for a very decentralised population over this large continent (in fact, Australia has the lowest population density in the world).
There is one thing that is very important to realise about Australia; it is very big. In fact, all of Europe including the United Kingdom comfortably fits into the mainland with plenty of land to spare. To travel from the easternmost point of Australia, Cape Byron in New South Wales, to the westernmost point of Australia, Steep Point in Western Australia, you would have to travel 4100 kilometres (2548 miles). To travel from the northernmost point of the country, Cape York in Queensland, to the southernmost point of the Australian mainland, Wilson's Promontory in Victoria, you would have to travel 3180kilometres (1976 miles). Overall, the country covers an area of about 7 682 300 square kilometres (2 966 152 square miles).
The one word you hear most often when somebody speaks of Australia is 'relaxed'. Australians are generally considered very friendly and helpful people, with a great sense of humor and a natural ability to tell jokes and play with words.
Australians, and those who come to either visit or stay, enjoy a lifestyle that is very outdoors orientated with a strong beach culture, which is one of the great by-products of Australia's climate, with more than their fair share of sunshine and warm to hot days. The other by-product of the weather is Australia's love of sport.
Whatever lifestyle or climate you are seeking, the chances are you will be able to find it in Australia.
Australian Health Practioners Regulation Authority (AHPRA)
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)
Department of Home Affairs
You can view the latest jobs available for nurses in Australia on Global Medical Careers below, or find jobs for nurses in Australia on Medical Careers Network.
The next step in your Geriatric Medicine career
Major tertiary hospital in beautiful capital city
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
SA's beautiful regional scenery awaits
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
WA's southern region thrills those with a sense of adventure and nature lovers alike
Career progression and leadership opportunity within close proximity to Melbourne.
Enjoy country air and hospitality without giving up the cosmopolitan perks
Tasmania's unspoilt beauty on your doorstep
Enjoy country air and hospitality without giving up the cosmopolitan perks
Tasmania's unspoilt beauty on your doorstep
One of Australia's most desired places to live
WA's southern region thrills those with a sense of adventure and nature lovers alike
WA's southern region thrills those with a sense of adventure and nature lovers alike
Lucrative package and work life balance
Expand your skills, knowledge, and confidence as a Registrar - General Medical/ Aged Care Rehabilitation.
Affordable Living | Work/Life Balance | Fixed-term full time role with a cessation date February 2025.
QLD's Tropical Coast and the Great Barrier Reef on your doorstep
Explore Melbourne's laneways and parklands
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Lead a high performing Emergency Department
Beautiful countryside Victoria under 2 hrs from Melbourne
Adelaide awaits with its charming lifestyle
Next step in your Emergency Medicine Career
Explore the possibilities in a welcoming coastal community with a rich history
Start afresh and enjoy the wide open spaces and friendly community in a breathaking location
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Australia's most liveable city!
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
South Australia's best kept secret - ocean vistas and vineyards await
Largest regional health service in VIC - Great salary and package
Largest regional health service in VIC - Great salary and package
Beautiful Victorian town with a rich history close to Melbourne.
Suburban Perth, 30 mins from the CBD!
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Lead Central QLD's main referral hospital's Emergency Department
State of the art facilities and new hospital
Lead Central QLD's main referral hospital's Emergency Department
Fantastic lifestyle and opportunity in TAS
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Terrific opportunity to join a supportive team in a high performing Emergency Department
Explore the possibilities in a welcoming coastal community with a rich history
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
A spectacular adventure of a lifetime in the Northern Territory
Halfway between Melbourne and Adelaide lies one of Australia's best towns
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Tasmania's pristine nature and coastline awaits
Join an exciting expanding health service!
Beautiful regional town, just under 2 hrs from Melbourne
Exceptional opportuntity with an unbeatable package
Exceptional opportuntity with an unbeatable package
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?
Brilliant specialist needed to join high performing department in Tertiary Hospital
The No. 1 medical recruitment agency in Australia is inviting applications for an exciting opportunity. Is it the right fit for you?