Nurse
Work as part of a care team in a hospital, medical practice or community healthcare setting.
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- What's it like to be a Nurse?
- How to become a Nurse
- Latest Nurse jobs
- Top skills and experience for Nurses
- Is Nurse the right role for you?
- Nurse role reviews
What's it like to be a Nurse?
Nurses provide medical and nursing care to patients. Nursing care can be provided in hospital, at home or in outpatient facilities. Nurses work as part of a care team that includes doctors, therapists and social workers. The nursing profession includes roles such as Enrolled Nurses, Registered Nurses, Practice Nurses, Theatre Nurses, Mental Health Nurses and Clinical Nurses. Nursing is generally a good fit for those who love working with people and are interested in a work environment that’s constantly changing. Nurses need to have strong communication skills, be organised and work well with others to meet the demands of the job. They can be required to work shifts at all hours, so flexibility is key.Did you find this video helpful?
Tasks and duties
- Planning nursing requirements and creating a care plan.
- Taking and recording vital signs, such as patient temperature, blood pressure, heart rate and blood sugar.
- Collecting patient samples.
- Providing pre- and post-operative nursing care.
- Writing care notes.
- Providing emotional support to patients and relatives.
- Administering and monitoring medication and intravenous drips.
- Supervising and tutoring junior nurses and students.
How to become a Nurse
To become a Nurse, there are two different pathways to choose from: Endorsed Enrolled Nurse and Registered Nurse.
- To become an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse, you will need to complete a Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121).
- To become a Registered Nurse, complete a Bachelor of Nursing. Alternatively, for students with previous tertiary qualifications, complete a two-year Master of Nursing (Graduate Entry) program.
- All nurses must apply to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). Registration must be renewed annually.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Nurse employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. AHPRA Registration
Nursing
Nursing Practice
Patient Care
Care Planning
Immunisations
General Practice
Wound Care
Anaesthetics
Health Assessments
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Latest Nurse reviews
May 2021
Nursing - there are easier ways (careers) to earn a wage. Steer clear of nursing and perhaps pick an allied health career
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Mental Health Nursing
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationMental Health
The good thingsThe good things
When I started in this role (approx. 40 years ago) the work was satisfying when I could see patients being given good care and recovering so they could be discharged. There was more op...
The challengesAs listed in last answer - shift work on a 24/7 roster, including all public holidays; working in an infectious environment espic. with Covid 19; often working overtime with no pay; little support fro...
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Apr 2024
I had learn many things being a nurse and want to explore my self in nursing Field
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Nursing
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good thingsI like to care the patient talk with the counsel them etx
The challengesYes there are patient and families who treats so terribly.
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