Work anywhere in Australia with Nursing Australia

Support when you need it most

Along with packing boxes and finding somewhere to live, when you move states, you’re probably also thinking about work, income, and how quickly you can settle into a new routine.

At Nursing Australia, you’ll get dedicated support to get you working with as little gap as possible. Support starts well before your first shift and continues long after you arrive.

Onboarding and ongoing professional support

Once they receive your application, our team works with you to make sure your paperwork, checks, and compliance requirements are in place for the state you are moving to. We’ll keep the process moving. This includes helping you understand what is required, following up when documents are missing, and making sure delays are minimised.

Once you are onboarded, the recruitment team stays in touch, checks how placements are going, and helps with practical issues as they arise. We don’t expect you to navigate everything on your own.

Nursing Australia Recruitment Manager Hugh Trumble says, “We typically work closely with the allocators. We’re involved in getting the nurse their first shift with us, and then there’s a bit of a handover. But again, anyone I’ve ever recruited, I still speak to them regularly, to maintain a relationship with them and make sure they continue to be happy working with us.”

Problem-solving and conflict resolution

Agency work can come with last-minute changes, unexpected challenges, and occasional misunderstandings. When that happens, you have Nursing Australia in your corner, offering support and advocacy.

Whether it is a shift change, a systems access issue, or something not feeling quite right in a placement, the Nursing Australia team steps in to help resolve it professionally. They work with health services while also advocating for you, so problems are addressed without damaging relationships or adding unnecessary stress.

Real experiences from a registered nurse

Sandra Mahaka was working with Nursing Australia in NSW before moving to Victoria. She was with Nursing Australia a few years ago and has recently returned.

“I’ve worked with Nursing Australia before and it was really good. Coming back felt like rejoining the team.”

Work that fits your life

When you’re moving interstate, you’ll want to find work that fits around your life, not the other way around.

Sandra really enjoys a variety of work and work places. Her love of variety is one of the reasons she enjoys working with Nursing Australia. Sandra has skills across different types of care, and has told the allocation team what suits her best.

“I don’t like being in the same mode or in the same place. I pick shifts in different hospitals, different wards all the time.”

Shifts built around your preferences

Nursing Australia allocators are known for their commitment to listening to where nurses want to be placed.

Allocators take the time to understand what works for you. They consider your skills, experience, preferred locations, shift types, and other preferences you share with them, such as personal commitments.

Their goal is to match you with facilities and shifts where you are likely to feel comfortable and confident. We take your preferences seriously, even when we have to be flexible around the available placements. 

Sandra says she loves knowing that the Nursing Australia team has got her back.

“You’ve got someone to call if you need and there’s always someone there. They actually listen to you and they’re supportive. Sometimes that’s the only thing you really need.”

Flexibility for work-life balance

Some nurses want full-time agency work. Others are looking to ease into a new state, work part-time while settling in, or balance shifts around family responsibilities.

Flexibility is built into the Nursing Australia approach. You can update your availability, discuss changes, and adjust your workload as your circumstances evolve.

Nursing Australia Allocator Maria Goltsios explains that flexibility is built into the way the allocation team works:

“We all look after different states, so we all have an understanding of the big picture. For example, today I’m looking after Victoria. Our system tells us all the nurses or carers that are available. We also have access to hospital systems to easily see what roles need filling. And I just call the nurses first to confirm their availability. Even if the system says they’re available I like to check, for a personal touch and also because situations can change from day to day.”

Maria describes her role as sitting in the middle, balancing patient care, hospital needs, and nurses’ lives. Their goal is to make agency work sustainable, not exhausting.

Variety and choice

Moving interstate can be an opportunity to broaden your experience.

Range of healthcare settings available

Depending on the state and region, opportunities may include public and private hospitals, regional and metropolitan facilities, and a variety of clinical environments.

This variety allows you to explore different settings while still maintaining continuity of work.

Opportunities for different experience levels

Whether you are a registered nurse, enrolled nurse, or assistant in nursing (AIN) / personal care assistant (PCA), there are placements suited to different stages of your career.

For some nurses, agency work offers exposure to new specialities. For others, it provides reliable work in familiar settings while adjusting to a new location.

Are you a nurse moving interstate? We’ve got you covered

Relocating for work brings its own set of challenges. Having a nursing agency that understands those challenges makes a real difference.

Seamless transitions across Australia

If you are moving from one state to another, the team helps coordinate the transition so your work does not drop away unnecessarily. This includes timing onboarding steps, understanding local requirements, and planning placements around your move.

Navigating different state requirements

Even though registration is national, health services and systems vary by state. The Nursing Australia team helps you understand what you need to work in different hospitals. We support you through access and credentialing processes.

We’ll help you make sure you’re ready to work in your new location more quickly, with no surprises. 

Your career, wherever you go

An interstate move does not mean starting from scratch.

Maintaining continuity of work during relocation

With the right nursing agency, you should be able to maintain steady work soon after your move. A move interstate can create financial stress, and we can help you with some continuity of income during what may be a big life change.

Building a new professional network

Agency work often introduces you to a wide network of facilities and colleagues. Over time, this helps you build professional relationships in your new state, opening doors to future opportunities.

Ready to join our team?

Once you apply to join Nursing Australia, the recruitment team will guide you through each step, explain what is needed, and answer questions along the way.

What to expect during Nursing Australia onboarding

During the Nursing Australia recruitment process and when we’re getting you onboard, you can expect clear communication, realistic timeframes, and practical guidance. Our aim is to make the process as smooth as possible, especially when you are managing an interstate move.

Your career deserves the right support

The right agency can make an interstate move easier by offering consistency, understanding, and genuine support.

If you are looking for a nursing agency, find a team that understands what you are juggling. The team at Nursing Australia backs nurses like you every step of the way.

Contact us to talk about joining the Nursing Australia team.