Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER)

Job Title: Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER)

Location: Australia / New Zealand

Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time / Casual

Reports To: Nurse Unit Manager / Clinical Nurse Manager

Nos.# of Open Positions – 09

Candidates from UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, USA Preferred

Position Summary:

The Registered Nurse – Emergency Room (ER) is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals requiring urgent and emergency treatment. The nurse will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care in a fast-paced environment, adhering to the standards and regulations of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Triage and Initial Assessment:
    • Perform rapid assessment and prioritisation of patients using the Australasian Triage Scale (ATS).
    • Recognise and respond to life-threatening situations promptly.
  • Patient Care:
    • Deliver evidence-based nursing care to patients with acute illnesses or trauma.
    • Administer medications and intravenous therapies in accordance with scope of practice and hospital policies.
    • Monitor patients’ conditions and vital signs, and respond to changes effectively.
  • Coordination and Communication:
    • Collaborate with medical and allied health teams to ensure continuity and quality of care.
    • Accurately document all aspects of care in electronic medical records (e.g., eMR, MediRecords, or equivalent systems).
    • Provide emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
  • Infection Control and Safety:
    • Follow strict protocols on hygiene, infection control, and personal protective equipment (PPE) use.
    • Ensure compliance with ACSQHC (Australia) or HQSCNZ (New Zealand) standards.
  • Professional Development:
    • Participate in continuing education and maintain current competencies in emergency nursing practices.
    • Engage in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Education:
    • Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent qualification.
    • Postgraduate qualification in Emergency Nursing (preferred but not mandatory).
  • Registration:
    • Current registration with AHPRA (Australia) or NCNZ (New Zealand).
    • Eligibility for working rights in Australia or New Zealand.
  • Experience:
    • Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in an emergency or acute care setting.
    • Experience with trauma, resuscitation, and high-acuity patient care preferred.
  • Certifications (Preferred/Required):
    • Advanced Life Support (ALS)
    • Basic Life Support (BLS)
    • Paediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
    • Triage Training
  • Skills:
    • Strong clinical judgement and decision-making skills.
    • Ability to remain calm under pressure.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Proficiency in electronic health record systems.

Working Conditions:

  • Rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays.
  • Physically demanding role with exposure to emotionally challenging situations.
  • Adherence to hospital PPE and occupational health protocols.

Salary:

  • Australia: AUD $70,000 – $100,000 per annum (plus shift allowances, depending on experience and location).
  • New Zealand: NZD $65,000 – $95,000 per annum (as per MECA agreements and location).

Visa & Immigration (for Overseas Nurses):

  • Australia: Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage), 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme), or 189 (Skilled Independent)
  • New Zealand: Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) is on the Green List – fast-tracked residence pathways available



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