Our Requirements
All Initiative Nursing Agency's candidates must comply with our strict requirements and our skill sets criteria. They include among others:
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an Australian National Criminal Record Check by the Australian Federal Police,
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working with children background checks and prohibited person declaration,
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100 points identification verification,
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visa work rights and work restrictions,
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vaccination and screening documentation,
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verification of professional experience and qualifications,
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reference checking.
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COVID-19 Infection Control Training & Respiratory Clinic Training
How do I get nursing registration in Australia?
Contact the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
Phone (from within Australia): 1300 419 495
Phone (from overseas): +61 3 8708 9001
NSW Office Location
Level 51, 680 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Are you an overseas registered or enrolled nurse planning to work under the same qualification in Australia?
Then you should be contacting the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as soon as possible.
Becoming registered is a long process and can take months, so it’s best to start the process before you leave for Australia.
Visit the Internationally qualified nurses and midwives from AHPRA's website for more information.
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Registered Nurses:
In order to work as a registered nurse for Initiative Nursing Agency you will need to meet the following requirements:
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2 years full-time (or equivalent experience) with supporting Statements of Service records
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At least one year of experience in your chosen specialty
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Visa Status for non Australian residents
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Vaccination and screening documentation
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Hand Hygiene Australia Online Modules for infection control and hand washing
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Infection Prevention and Control including Aseptic Non Touch Technique (ANTT)
Medical Devices:
In order to work with specialised surgical devices, you will need to meet the following requirements:
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Previous sales of medical devices and/or RN operating room expertise
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Teaching ability demonstrated
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High level of responsibility
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Ability to work independently
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Organisational skills demonstrated