Frequently Asked Questions.

If you are a UK or Irish nurse with at least 12 months’ post-registration experience, we would love to have an informal chat with you. It is an opportunity for us to get to know you, understand your speciality, your travel plans and what you are hoping to achieve. Just as importantly, it is your opportunity to ask questions and gain clarity about working in Australia.

The easiest way to understand your eligibility is through a conversation with our UK team. Every nurse’s circumstances are different and a short, no-obligation chat is often the quickest way to answer your questions.

Absolutely. We will explain what is involved, answer your questions and help you understand the process in clear, straightforward language. We appreciate that nurses lead busy lives, so we aim to make everything as simple and manageable as possible.

Simply get in touch. Until we have spoken, you will probably still be asking yourself questions such as “Could I do this?”, “How does it work?” or “What would I need to do next?” One conversation can answer those questions and help you decide whether Australia is the right move for you. If you like what you hear, we can take things further. If not, you have lost nothing — but you will have clarity.

Eligibility is set by the Australian Department of Home Affairs and can change, so always check the current requirements directly at immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before making any plans. Once you have done that, get in touch and we can talk through what it means for your situation.

AHPRA is Australia’s equivalent of the NMC — the body that registers all nurses and midwives. Without it, you cannot legally work as a Registered Nurse in Australia, regardless of your UK qualifications or experience. We can help you understand what the registration process involves and what it means for your individual circumstances.

Yes — but you need both the visa and AHPRA registration before you can start work. Both are required. Get in touch and we can talk through how the two fit together and what the process looks like for your circumstances.

We place nurses across Sydney and Regional NSW through Sublime Nurses, our Sydney operating division. We work with hospitals, healthcare facilities, aged care settings, and mental health services across the city and region. We match nurses to roles that suit their experience, speciality, and personal preferences.

Demand varies, but Critical Care, ICU, Emergency, Mental Health, and Midwifery are consistently strong areas. Acute Care, Theatre, Aged Care, Paediatrics, and NICU also have regular opportunities. Get in touch for an honest picture of what is available at the time of your enquiry.

Registered Nurse salaries in Sydney are significantly higher than in the UK. The figure varies depending on your speciality, experience, and the type of facility you work in. Contact us for a realistic picture based on your individual background.

The clinical skills are the same, but there are practical differences — medication names, documentation systems, and workplace culture all vary to some degree. Your employer will provide an orientation when you start. We are happy to talk you through what to expect before you arrive.

Get in touch with us. The sooner you make contact, the sooner we can understand your background, match you to the right opportunities, and make sure you are as prepared as possible before you arrive.