Adventure Awaits in Australia

From the Opera House to the Great Barrier Reef, from tropical rainforests to the rugged Outback — Australia beckons with a laid-back lifestyle, stunning natural beauty and endless adventures. Are you ready to explore "The Land Down Under?" If so, O’Grady Peyton International will help you navigate a new land and a new lease on life with the excitement of a nursing job in Australia.

Since 1981, we’ve placed thousands of healthcare professionals in the U.S., Australia, the U.K. and Ireland. We know that relocating to a new country can be exhilarating and daunting, all at same the time. When you work with O’Grady Peyton International, you’re not entering a new country alone. You’re arriving with a built-in support system. We have more than 25 years experience and expertise guiding nurses through the international complexities of visas, cultural issues, salaries, accommodations and getting settled in a new country.

Support – We’re Here for You

Our nurses say that working with us is like working with a trusted friend, one with the knowledge and expertise to circumvent the challenges of relocating overseas. Our recruiters are international relocation specialists who take the time to find out about your goals, dreams, expectations and any hesitations you may have about life abroad. In so doing, we develop a rapport of trust and honesty. Our high standard of service empowers nurses to have exciting and rewarding experiences working overseas.

Salaries

Compensation for nurses is based on experience and postgraduate qualifications. Additional compensation, known as an “award wage”, is paid dependent on experience and whether the position is with a private of public facility bonuses are paid for working nights and weekends.

Accommodation in Australia

Many healthcare facilities offer free lodging onsite or at reasonable rates. Most accommodations offer shared facilities and many provide a pool and tennis court for your leisure. If the hospital does not offer accommodations, O’Grady Peyton International’s housing specialists can find lodging that meets your budget from rental properties, shared houses, motels and more.

Visas and Work Permits

The type of visa and/or work permit you will need for nursing jobs in Australia depends on your age. If you are from Britain, the Netherlands, Ireland or Canada and you’re under 28 years of age, you may be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa (WHV). You can apply for a WHV at the Australian or New Zealand High Commission in your own country.

If you are older than 28, you will need a work permit. These are sponsored by individual healthcare facilities and are approved by the Department of Immigration. To be eligible for a work permit, you need to commit to working for an employer for a minimum of 12 months.

Registration

Are you a registered nurse from New Zealand, looking to work in Australia? If so, you can gain mutual registration recognition in most states in Australia.

Nurses from countries other than New Zealand will need to fill out applications with the registration board or council of each Australian state where they intend to work.

We will provide assistance with the necessary registration paperwork. It’s all part of the support O’Grady Peyton International provides traveling nurses.

Want to learn more?

If you’re interested in learning more about nursing jobs in Australia, please complete our short inquiry form and an O’Grady Peyton representative will contact you shortly.