Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse ready to make a real difference? Join the supportive and inclusive team on Launceston General Hospital, where every day brings the opportunity to provide safe, high-quality care to patients and their families. Tasmania offers an exceptional lifestyle with breath taking natural beauty, vibrant communities, and an enviable work-life balance - making it the perfect place to grow your career.
- Competitive Salary & Benefits: $78,179 – $105,995 per annum
- Relocation & Travel Support: Up to $15,000 for eligible international applicants
- Career Growth: Professional development, study leave, and accelerated career pathways to enhance your skills and progression.
- Work-Life Balance: Rotational shifts, access to fitness facilities for you and your family, and the chance to live in one of Australia’s most scenic states.
The Role
The hospital provides high-quality healthcare to the local and regional community and is part of Tasmania’s extensive public health network, which includes major hospitals, community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services.
As a Registered Nurse on the General Medical Ward, you will:
- Deliver safe, quality nursing care in partnership with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
- Apply NMBA codes and guidelines for registered nurses and midwives.
- Participate in care planning, implementation, and evaluation to ensure positive patient outcomes.
- Foster a supportive and collaborative work environment with open communication and teamwork.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years nursing experience
- Flexibility to work morning, afternoon, and night shifts.
- Strong clinical assessment skills to monitor patient conditions and identify deterioration.
- Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA).
The Location
Launceston is one of Australia’s most liveable regional cities, known for its heritage charm, thriving food and wine culture, and easy access to world-class outdoor pursuits. From hiking in Cradle Mountain to exploring the Tamar Valley wine region, life here offers both adventure and tranquillity.
- Affordable housing, easy commutes, and excellent schools
- Fantastic café scene and access to world-class food and wine
- Outdoor adventures on your doorstep – from beaches to bike trails and mountain hikes
- Family-friendly with a strong sense of community
Find out more about Launceston here
What Head Medical can do for you
Arranging a position overseas is very exciting, but we understand that it can also be daunting and time consuming. We’re the UK’s specialist in international medical recruitment and we’ve helped many Doctors relocate since we first started out in 2008 (you can read what people have said about working with us on our testimonials page). We know it’s important to balance career opportunities with lifestyle and we’ll talk through your plans and will get to know you to make sure we find the right role in the right location. Once we have secured a job for you, we’ll manage the Medical Registration and Visa application process and support you (and your family) with the relocation itself.