If you’re a U.S. or Canadian Registered Nurse, Australia offers the chance to grow your career while enjoying beaches, travel and a more balanced lifestyle.
Healthcare Australia supports you with registration guidance, job matching and relocation support, with a dedicated international recruitment team working in your time zone.
At Healthcare Australia, it’s more than just a job.
What if your next contract came with better weather? Bring your U.S. or Canadian nursing experience to Australia and immerse yourself in a new healthcare environment, diverse communities and landscapes that range from city skylines to coastal sunsets. It’s the kind of experience that builds your career while giving you stories, friendships and adventures that stay with you long after the contract ends.
From travel nursing contracts to flexible agency work or permanent roles, Healthcare Australia helps you choose the path that suits your version of adventure.
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 U.S. and Canadian Registered Nurses can apply for professional registration in Australia, subject to assessment of qualifications and experience.
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 from the United States and Canada, some other healthcare professionals may be eligible subject to registration and visa requirements. Eligibility can vary by individual circumstances.
We recommend reviewing the official AHPRA and Australian visa websites for the most up-to-date information. 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 | Must hold an independent visa with work rights | |
| Doctor | Relevant registration pathway required | Must hold an independent visa with work rights | |
| Allied Health Professionals | Relevant professional registration required | Must hold an independent visa with work rights | |
| Support-level roles | Must hold appropriate equivalent qualification | Must hold an independent visa with work rights |
1. Register Your Interest
Submit your details and connect with our US and Canada recruitment team.
2. Personal Consultation
We review your experience, discuss your goals and where in Australia your skillset is best suited.
3. Professional Registration Guidance
We guide you through the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency registration process and what documentation you’ll need.
4. Secure Your Independent Visa with Work Rights
You must hold your own visa before commencing employment. We can provide general guidance, but official information is available through the Australian 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 settle into your new role and life in Australia.
Experience a new healthcare system, new environments and a completely different pace of life.
Swap routine for beaches, outdoor living and a culture that values balance beyond your shifts.
See Australia properly while you work, from coastal towns to remote communities.
Gain international experience that sets you apart.
We guide you from first enquiry to your first shift and beyond.
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 from the United States and Canada. Some Allied Health and Doctor roles may 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.
Many U.S. and Canadian-trained Registered Nurses are eligible to apply for registration through Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, subject to assessment of qualifications and clinical experience. Our team can guide you through what this process involves.
Most roles require 1–2 years of post-graduate experience, depending on your specialty.
Yes. From major cities and coastal locations to regional and remote communities, we work with you to match roles to your preferences and the type of experience you’re looking for.
The quickest and most flexible way to begin your Australian healthcare journey is by securing your visa independently. Once your visa with work rights is in place, Healthcare Australia’s International Team will help you obtain your nursing licence, find roles that match your skills, and settle confidently into life in Australia.
While sponsored roles are occasionally available, they are extremely limited, so we strongly encourage candidates to explore independent visa pathways to access the full range of opportunities.
Costs vary depending on your circumstances, location and role. Our team can help you understand expected expenses and plan ahead.
This depends on your visa type and individual circumstances. Some candidates work in Australia for a short period, while others stay longer or return multiple times. Our team can help you understand your options.
Our consultants are ready to guide you to your first role in Australia.
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