For Nurses and Midwives in New Zealand, Australia offers the opportunity to expand your skills, grow within a larger healthcare system and experience life somewhere new while building meaningful connections.
With Healthcare Australia, you do not navigate it alone. Our NZ based dedicated consultants support you from first conversation to first shift and beyond.
At Healthcare Australia, work isn’t just about shifts—it’s about experiences.
Whether you want flexible casual shifts or longer-term roles, we connect NZ Nurses, Midwives, Doctors and Allied Health Professionals with opportunities across hospitals, clinics and aged care facilities in every state, city and region in Australia.
Choose when and where you work with casual shifts across metro or regional areas. Ideal for flexibility and work-life balance.
Take your skills across Australia with short-term placements in stunning rural, regional, and remote locations. A perfect mix of career and adventure.
Looking to settle in Australia? We offer full-time permanent placements across public and private health settings nationwide.
Most New Zealand Registered Nurses and Midwives can apply for professional registration in Australia under the Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition arrangements, subject to meeting registration standards.
To work in Australia with Healthcare Australia, you will generally need:
For official visa information, refer to the Australian Home Affairs Website.
The table below provides a snapshot of healthcare roles that may be eligible for opportunities with Healthcare Australia. While our current international focus is on Registered Nurses and Midwives from New Zealand, some other healthcare professionals may be eligible subject to registration requirements, and eligibility can vary depending on individual circumstances. We recommend reviewing the official Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Department of Home Affairs websites for the most up-to-date information, and if you’re unsure, our team can provide guidance based on your situation.
| Role Type | Typically Eligible for Healthcare Australia Roles |
Professional Healthcare Registration | Eligibility to Work in Australia |
| Nurse | Must be eligible for registration (Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition pathway) | NZ citizens eligible under Special Category Visa (subclass 444) | |
| Midwife | Must be eligible for registration (Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition pathway) | NZ citizens eligible under Special Category Visa (subclass 444) | |
| Doctor | Relevant registration pathway required | NZ citizens qualify for Special Category Visa (subclass 444) | |
| Allied Health Professionals | Relevant professional registration required | NZ citizens qualify for Special Category Visa (subclass 444) | |
| Support-level role AINs, Support Workers) | Must hold appropriate equivalent qualification | NZ citizens qualify for Special Category Visa (subclass 444) |
1. Register Your Interest
Submit your details and connect with our dedicated New Zealand recruitment team.
2. Personal Consultation
We review your experience, discuss your goals and explore where in Australia your skillset is best suited.
3. Professional Registration Guidance
We guide you through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration process, including Trans-Tasman Mutual Recognition where applicable, and outline the documentation you’ll need.
4. Confirm Your Work Rights
New Zealand citizens are generally eligible to live and work in Australia under the Special Category Visa (subclass 444). For official visa information, refer to the Department of Home Affairs website.
5. Job Matching
Once eligible, we connect you with agency, travel or permanent roles aligned to your preferences and experience.
6. Arrival & Ongoing Support
From onboarding to your first shift, our team remains your point of contact as you transition into your new role and life in Australia.
Take on a new professional challenge while staying close to home, experiencing a different healthcare system and meeting new people along the way.
Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work options and the ability to choose roles that support the way you want to live.
Work across vibrant cities, coastal communities and regional centres, with the option to take on travel nursing contracts that let you explore more of Australia while you work.
Broaden your clinical experience within Australia’s larger healthcare system and open doors to new career opportunities.
With Healthcare Australia, you’re guided through registration, job matching and onboarding, so you feel confident every step of the way.
Healthcare Australia partners with public and private health services across the country.
You could find yourself working in:
With agency, travel and permanent roles available nationwide, it’s not about finding an opportunity. It’s about choosing which part of Australia you want to experience first.
We’ve got you covered.
We primarily recruit Registered Nurses and Midwives from New Zealand. Some Allied Health Professionals and Doctors may also be eligible, subject to professional registration requirements. If you’re unsure whether your role is eligible, our team can review your experience and advise you.
Yes. Many New Zealand trained nurses and midwives are eligible to apply for registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), provided their qualifications and experience meet AHPRA’s assessment criteria. Doctors and many allied health professionals may also be eligible, subject to assessment.
New Zealand citizens can live and work in Australia on arrival under the Special Category Visa (subclass 444). For official information, refer to the Department of Home Affairs website, and our team can help clarify what applies to your situation.
No. You can register your interest first, and we’ll guide you through the AHPRA process.
Most roles require 1–2 years of post-graduate experience, depending on your specialty.
Absolutely. From cities and coastal areas to rural, regional and remote locations, we match you with roles that align with your preferences.
New Zealand citizens are generally eligible to live and work in Australia under the Special Category Visa (subclass 444), which means employer sponsorship is not typically required. The quickest and most flexible way to begin working in Australia is to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for this visa on arrival. Once your work rights are confirmed, Healthcare Australia will guide you through registration, role selection and onboarding so you can secure the right opportunity with confidence.
Costs vary depending on your circumstances and location. We’ll help you understand expected costs and plan ahead.
This depends on your individual circumstances and eligibility under the Special Category Visa arrangements. Our team can help you understand how this applies to you.
Our consultants are ready to guide you to your first role in Australia.
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