Frequently asked questions

Agency nursing give you more control how and where you work. It's all about flexibility and fitting shifts around your life. Agency shifts can pay more per hour than permanent roles, especially if you’ve got a specialty or strong experience. You’ll also build experience across different hospitals, teams, and clinical settings - which is great for your CV. 

To get started with us you’ll need current AHPRA registration, up to date mandatory training (BLS, manual handling, medication safety), a National Police Check, a Working With Children Check (WWCC) if required, and immunisation/serology evidence as per your state and the facility. Missing something? We’ll help you sort it out so you can jump on shifts asap.

We have roles for registered nurses (RN), midwives (RM) and assistants in nursing (AIN) on short‑term contracts or longer placements. This includes the following clinical specialties and care settings: general and medical nursing, aged care, critical care and emergency, mental health, theatre and perioperative, paediatrics/neonatal and maternity and women’s health.

For registered nurse (RN) and registered midwife (RM) roles you typically need to have 12 months experience to sign up with us. Assistants in nursing (AIN) need 6 months experience. Unfortunately if you are a grad RN or AIN with no experience you'll have to come back to us when you have met these criteria. 

Register with us by submitting your CV, cover letter, referees and required documents like AHPRA registration and relevant clearances. You also need Australian working rights. Once you’ve registered, a member of our team will be in touch for a chat. We’ll cover your experience, preferences, and goals – so we can match you with available roles and locations that suit you. 

You can start your first shift as soon as you have provided all the required paperwork and documentation. We can help advise what you need to submit, but it's up to you how soon you get all this submitted. 

Vaccination mandates vary by state, but facilities often require nurses to have been vaccinated against Hepatitis B, diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, varicella and measles, mumps and rubella (if born after 1966). Our team can help answer what applies to your facility locally. 

Yes, sponsorship may be available for eligible registered nurses and midwives on the skills shortage list. We have a dedicated international recruitment team to support you through the entire process!

You can expect competitive pay rates, with location,  facility, shift type and your level of clinical experience and any specialist skills all a factor. Your pay rates are confirmed before you accept a shift or contract. You’ll then be paid weekly once timesheets are submitted and approved.

In many cases agency nurses are paid more than staff nurses, though this does depend on the location, role and your experience. We try offer competitive pay based on your experience and specialist skillset. We also have some great work perks and incentives,

We have a range of financial incentives and development opportunities. You can earn more by working additional shifts, receive bonuses for referring other nurses, and expand your skills through fully funded training.

You can book a shift via the app or by contacting our support team over the phone on 1300 034 494. We will always contact you to confirm a shift, either by text or phone - depending how you want to be notified. Enjoy one facility? Our allocators will get to know your preferences and we will always do our best to get you the shifts you want where you want them.

Once your first shift is confirmed, we’ll email you the key details - where you’re going, which area/ward you’re in, and who to check in with. This is usually the NUM or team leader. Arrive 15 minutes early for a quick orientation (emergency info, staff areas, where to find supplies), then you’ll be allocated your patient load and get started. After your shift, we’ll check in where we can - and you can always SMS or call if you need anything.

With 12 branches across the country we can place you in roles right across the country. This includes in leading public and private hospitals, as well as clinics, medical centres, prisons and all major aged care groups. It’s just a matter of getting in touch with a friendly team near you. If you want to try something different and get out of the city, we can also place you in regional, rural and remote roles. 

Yes, our national network means we can place you in a range of travel nursing jobs in regional, rural and remote locations - and help you design your own adventure. Our contracts range from 4 to 12 weeks depending on the location and role. If you want a break from metro nursing this can be a great way of growing your CV and working in different clinical settings.

Yes, our sister nursing agency Alliance Rural and Remote Health places nurses in regional, rural and remote locations nationwide. You will need a minimum of three years post-grad clinical experience for many of the rural and remote placements - but regional roles are often similair to metro settings.