Join Australia’s leading healthcare agency and take control of your nursing career. Whether you’re after work-life balance, variety, or adventure, HCA offers flexible agency shifts across metro and regional locations, backed by 24/7 support, competitive pay, and unmatched opportunities nationwide.
Easy-to-use app for choosing and managing shifts that suit your lifestyle, offering unmatched work-life balance.
Work across various healthcare settings, from metro hospitals to regional settings, broadening your expertise.
Market leading pay and penalty rates. The only agency where you can work today and get paid tomorrow with the HCA Quick Pay program (Conditions Apply).
Free access to a suite of training events and resources to enhance your skills and stay contemporary in your practice. Advanced practice education courses available, delivered by HCA nurse educators.
We understand that nurses & healthcare workers are at the heart of quality healthcare across every setting, from hospitals to the community and everything in between.
That’s why we offer flexible agency opportunities across a broad range of healthcare environments. While our core focus includes public and private hospitals, community care, and clinics, our reach extends far beyond, supporting healthcare services in unique and essential settings such as immigration and detention centres. Whether you prefer high-acuity hospital work, continuity of care in the community, or meaningful service in complex environments, we have roles to match your skills, lifestyle, and career goals.
Support short-term and long-term demand in acute care settings, critical care, emergency departments, midwifery, mental health and more—where your expertise truly makes an impact.
Provide meaningful, one-on-one care to individuals in their homes or community settings, focusing on dignity, independence, and holistic support.
Work in general practices, day surgeries, and specialist clinics, offering preventative care and treatment in structured, patient-focused environments.
Provide essential nursing support in aged care facilities, assisting residents with daily care, clinical needs, and wellbeing. Play a vital role in ensuring dignity, comfort, and quality of life for older Australians in residential settings.
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At HCA, we don’t just fill roles, we build careers across the full spectrum of healthcare. From high-acuity hospital placements to specialised community care, our opportunities span every corner of the healthcare sector.
The list below highlights just some of the key nursing specialties we recruit for. But it’s far from exhaustive, if you’re a nurse, there’s a place for you with HCA. Whether you’re newly registered or highly specialised, we’re here to connect you with roles that match your skills, interests, and lifestyle.
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With a presence in every state and territory, HCA offers agency shifts across metro and regional locations. Whether you want to stay close to home or take your skills on the road, we have roles to suit your lifestyle, preferences, and career goals.
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Our teams can support your relocation and seamlessly connect you with work in your new area—so your career keeps moving, no matter where you go.
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That’s why we offer multiple career pathways to help you shape the future that works for you. From exploring remote and regional communities to securing a permanent role, we’re here to support your journey.
Healthcare Australia is widely regarded as the leading healthcare staffing agency for nurses, midwives and support workers in Australia. As the largest agency we provide unmatched access to flexible shifts, competitive pay rates and diverse opportunities across hospitals, aged care, community care and specialty services. With nationwide coverage and around the clock support, HCA is trusted by healthcare professionals and facilities Australia-wide.
Healthcare professionals choose HCA for reliable shift availability, strong facility partnerships, Quick Pay options and the freedom to work in a way that supports balance and wellbeing. Our supportive teams and easy to use eHCA app help create a smooth experience where care begins for both clinicians and the communities they serve.
Look for an agency with strong industry reputation, consistent shifts, competitive pay, supportive onboarding and opportunities in a variety of settings. HCA offers flexibility, national reach and access to roles across nursing, midwifery and more. Register for Jobs to explore opportunities.
Some agencies assist with visa sponsorship depending on workforce needs. HCA offers pathways for selected overseas programs, providing guidance on compliance, onboarding and matching clinicians with suitable placements.
Specialised agencies provide allied health placements across community, hospital and aged care environments. HCA is a major provider supporting a broad range of healthcare workforce needs including nursing, midwifery and allied health.
Agency work offers flexibility, choice of shifts and the opportunity to work across multiple facilities. Direct hospital employment usually provides fixed rosters and set locations. With HCA, you remain in control of when and where you work.
Healthcare agencies verify professional registration, mandatory checks, vaccination records and required training. At Healthcare Australia, our recruitment consultants support candidates through the compliance process and advise if additional checks are required based on the role, state or healthcare facility.
Yes, there are agencies specialising in aged care. Healthcare Australia is the largest and a trusted provider to the aged care sector, supports registered nurses, midwives, enrolled nurses, personal care workers, support workers and clinical managers across all specialities including residential aged care, in-home and community care settings nationwide.
Using a healthcare staffing agency gives clinicians access to flexible work options, competitive pay and a wide range of roles across different healthcare settings. Healthcare Australia offers benefits including flexible shifts, Quick Pay, nationwide opportunities, professional support, training and compliance assistance. Clinicians can also access bonuses and incentive programs, along with 24/7 support, making it easier to manage work, income and career progression through one trusted provider.
Healthcare agencies support career development by offering access to ongoing education, skills development and varied clinical environments. Healthcare Australia supports nurses and midwives with continuing professional development (CPD), clinical education and opportunities to build experience across different healthcare settings. You can explore available education and training programs through HCA Education: https://healthcareaustralia.com.au/our-services/education/
HCA provides ongoing guidance, clinical support, shift flexibility, education sessions and rewards programs. Our team helps you navigate opportunities so you feel supported at every stage of your agency journey.
Agency workers are protected by Australian workplace laws, including rights to fair pay, safe conditions and superannuation. HCA ensures all placements meet compliance and industry standards.
Healthcare Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the traditional owners of the land on which we meet and work across Australia; we pay our respects to the elders, past, present and emerging. We encourage our staff and clients to join us wherever they are in Australia by being informed about whose land they are on and paying their respects.