FAQ
Below are some of the questions that are frequently asked by members of Nursing Australia. If you have any further queries, please contact usQ. Why should I join Nursing Australia
A. As a member of one of the largest nursing agencies in Australia you will be exposed to a large number of shifts, offering flexibility and variety. Nursing Australia have been operational for over 30 years and have the experience required to ensure that you receive the work you need, at the rate you want, when it suits you.
Q. Do I have to work a certain number of shifts to remain a member of Nursing Australia?
A. No. We believe Agency Nursing is all about you, and therefore you can make yourself available as much or as little as you like!
Q. How much experience do I require to join Nursing Australia?
A. In order to ensure that you are not placed in an unsuitable environment or situation, all potential nurses are required to have One year’s full time experience in your chosen field and relevant qualifications. Carers and support staff require a minimum of 6 months full time work within their chosen field with a Certificate 3 qualification.
Q. Will it cost me anything to join Nursing Australia?
A. No, it is free of charge to join.
Q. Do I need qualifications to work as a PCA/PSA/Nursing Assistant?
A. Yes, the minimum requirement (along with one year's full time experience post qualification) is a certificate III in a healthcare discipline. You can contact your local TAFE or Training institution in regards to completing your certificate III.
Q. Will Nursing Australia provide me with a reference?
A. Nursing Australia can not provide you with a verbal reference, however on your request we can organise a statement of service or a letter of employment to be posted to you.
Q. How much will I get paid?
A. The pay rates vary from state to state and from facility to facility. Your local Nurse Consultant will be more than willing to discuss this further with you when you drop in to one of the conveniently located recruitment offices.
Q. I have booked an appointment with Nursing Australia, what do I need to bring with me to ensure that I can start earning money as soon as possible?
A. The important items you need to have with you at your appointment are listed below. Having these documents will allow Nursing Australia to assess your skills for the best possible work placements, process your application efficiently and ensure that you are earning extra $$$ as soon as possible.
- Registration documents and Post Graduate Certificates (RN) or Certificate III (PCW)
- Up to date resume
- 100 points of identification, one of which must be:
- Australian or NZ passport: 70 points
- Australian birth certificate (if born before 1986): 70 points
- Australian citizenship papers: 70 points: 70 points
- Foreign national passport with work visa: 70 points
- A Visa evidence card: 70 points
- Foreign passport: 70 points
- Naturalisation certificate of Australia: 70 points
- Remaining ID may include:
- Drivers licence: 40 points
- Student ID with photo: 40 points
- Nursing Registration
- Medicare card
- Bank card
- Recent bill
- Tax document
- Bank Account details, including your BSB and account number
- Tax File Number
- Superannuation information including account number and name of fund
- Referees x 2 - These must be clinical referees that have worked with you within the past 1.5 years in a capacity senior to yourself. Nursing Australia require your referees work contact phone number. We suggest you contact your referees the day before your appointment to ensure they are not on leave and are aware that they will be contacted shortly after interview.
- Basic competency certificates if available, i.e. CPR, Manual Handling, Infection Control, OHS
A. You will need to contact the Universities in your state to find out more information on the courses on offer to study Nursing.
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