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Are you a passionate nurse seeking a new opportunity or career pathway? Kemp Recruitment is a nursing agency in Australia that positions nursing professionals in a wide range of healthcare facilities. Our travel nurse jobs are perfect for those looking to further their skills and career.

What is Travel Nursing?

A registered nurse who works temporarily or under contract in several healthcare facilities across the nation is known as a travel nurse. Travel nurses are usually employed to cover temporary staffing shortages, such as those that arise from a high patient traffic or nursing shortage in an institution. They are often relocated to new locations and roles so they can experience new cities and settings. Travel nursing agencies often hire these nurses and place them in jobs across various locations. This role is great for professionals looking for short-term nursing contracts or flexibility. Often the cost of travel and accommodation can be included! In terms of the role itself, a travel nurse has similar duties to a regular nurse with the additional challenge of frequently working in new environments.

Are You Looking For Travel Nurse Jobs?

Australia has a significant demand for travel nurses, and agencies like Kemp Recruitment are constantly in need of trained and experienced nurses. Travel nursing is an excellent career choice for anyone seeking adventure and a change of pace. With the help of our agency, you will have the freedom to select jobs that interest you and fit with your professional objectives as a travel nurse. If you’re looking for more permanent nursing roles, visit our permanent nursing contracts page.

Is Travel Nursing Right For You?

For registered nurses who want to experience new things and see other places, travel nursing is an excellent career option. This position is perfect for someone who wants to work in a range of environments and acquire expertise in various nursing specialties. Not everyone is suited for travel nursing because it can be difficult to adjust to new surroundings and work cultures. That being said, travel nursing might be a fantastic career choice for you if you can adjust to new situations quickly and feel at ease working alone.

Travel Nursing Agencies & Travel Nurse Recruitment

Embarking on a career as a travel nurse can be an exhilarating journey, and partnering with a reputable nursing recruitment agency can ensure you’re taken care of. Travel nurse jobs through recruitment agencies offer healthcare professionals the opportunity to explore diverse clinical settings, broaden their skill set, and explore! Reputable travel nurse agencies streamline the process, connecting qualified nurses with healthcare facilities across the country.

Travel Nursing With Kemp Recruitment – Contact Us Today!

If you’re seeking temporary employment in new dynamic environments, our travel nurse roles are perfect for you. Kemp has long-standing relationships with healthcare providers in Perth , Melbourne , Brisbane , Adelaide and Sydney which allows us to place you in rewarding and professional positions that are a good fit for you. As a travel nurse recruiter we provide a wide range of possibilities for travel nurses at different stages of their careers, with a focus on patient care and professional growth.

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How Do I Become a Travel Nurse? | Healthcare Australia’s Best Tips

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The world is a magnificent place, with so many cultures to immerse yourself in and natural wonders to explore. From the ancient pyramids in Egypt to the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, adventure awaits at every corner.

The price of travel can often be a deterrent for many people. It’s what stops us from getting out there and discovering all that our planet has to offer. But what if there was a way to travel and get paid for it?

Enter, the travel nurse.

Travel nursing is a unique and exciting career choice that allows you to explore different parts of the world while also getting paid to do what you love – help people! Here In Australia, there is a growing demand for travel nurses as our healthcare system continues to evolve. As a result, we offer some of the highest salaries in the world, as well as excellent working conditions and a high standard of living.

Healthcare Australia has helped countless nurses realise their travel dreams, and now, we’re on a mission to help YOU! Whether cuddly koalas in Australia are your thing or the Great Barrier Reef is more your style, we can help make your travel dreams a reality.

So, how do you become a travel nurse? Here are Healthcare Australia’s top tips.

What Is a Travel Nurse?

A travel nurse is a registered nurse who works in temporary positions around the country or world. Typically, travel nurses will work 13-week contracts in different hospitals or healthcare facilities.

This type of nursing is perfect for those who love to travel and want to see different parts of the world. It’s also a great way to gain new experiences and skills, as you’ll be working in different environments with different teams.

HCA Tip: One of the best things about being a travel nurse is that you can choose your own assignments! So, if you want to work in a particular city or state, we can make that happen. Or, if you’d prefer to work in a specific type of facility, such as a children’s hospital or trauma centre, we can help with that too.

How to Become a Travel Nurse

1. Earn a nursing degree

If you haven’t already, the first step to becoming a travel nurse is to earn your nursing degree. You’ll need at least an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to qualify for most travel nursing positions. This is your most reliable way into the industry and will give you the best chance to find work both in Australia and overseas.

You may also be able to enter the nursing profession through other pathways, like related social work and psychology degrees. However, this may limit your job options and make working as a travel nurse challenging.

2. Take part in a placement

Once you’ve completed your degree, you’ll need to take part in a placement. This is a 12-month program that allows you to work as a registered nurse under the supervision of a more experienced nurse.

During your placement, you’ll develop your clinical skills and knowledge, as well as learn how to work in a team. You’ll also have the opportunity to complete additional training, like CPR and first aid.

HCA Tip: The best way to find an apprenticeship is through Healthcare Australia. We can connect you with the right opportunity to help you kick-start your career.

3. Complete extra courses

While you’re completing your degree or apprenticeship, you may also want to consider taking on some extra courses. These can help you stand out from the competition and make you more attractive to potential employers.

Some courses that travel nurses often take include:

• Advanced Life Support
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program
• Critical Care Nursing

HCA Tip: Many of our travel nursing assignments require specific qualifications or experience. So, if you have extra training in a particular area, be sure to let us know. We may be able to connect you with an assignment that’s the perfect match for your skill set.

4. Sign up with a recruitment agency

The final step to becoming a travel nurse is to sign up with a reputable recruitment agency, like Healthcare Australia. We can help you find the right assignment in the right location, whether you’re looking to stay in Australia or travel overseas.

When you sign up with Healthcare Australia , we’ll work with you to create a tailored job search. We’ll also provide you with information on the latest nursing trends and salary rates. This way, you can be sure you’re getting the most out of your travel nursing experience.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Contact Healthcare Australia today and let us help you find your dream travel nursing assignment.

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Diploma of Nursing Rural Travel Scholarship Incentive

The Diploma of Nursing Rural Travel Support Incentive provides financial travel assistance for Diploma of Nursing students from a rural area (MM3-MM7).

About the scholarship

The Travel Support Incentive aims to increase opportunities for individuals to undertake a Diploma in Nursing by supporting the cost of travel to a recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that is 100km or greater from their residential address.

The applicant can apply for a travel incentive of $5,000 and use the funds for associated travel and accommodation costs related to Diploma of Nursing studies.

Download Scholarship Guidelines for full application and eligibility criteria

Scholarship priorities

These Travel Incentives are limited and competitive. While all eligible applications will be considered, the following applications will be given priority:

• Of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, and
• Identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, and
• Be recognised and accepted by the Aboriginal community in which they live or work.
• Persons residing in rural town. Higher Modified Monash Model Scale of Rurality location: MM3 (low) – MM7 (high). Find Modified Monash Model (MMM) classifications on the Health Workforce Locator .
• Agreed outcome from review panel assessment of application.
• Demonstrated intention to remain in the rural NSW Health workforce.
• Employed in areas of workforce need.

Who is eligible?

Diploma of Nursing Travel Support Incentive Applicants must:

• Live or plan to live in a location classified as Modified Monash Model 3 or above (MM3-MM7) and live more than 100km from the Registered Training Organisation offering the Diploma of Nursing.
• Be enrolled in a Diploma of Nursing course accredited by the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC).
• Not have previously received the Diploma of Nursing Rural Travel Support Incentive.
• Be able to provide evidence of enrolment in an accredited Diploma of Nursing course.
• Successful recipients must not have accepted a NSW Health scholarship or subsidy within the last two years.

How to apply

Complete the online application form by midnight Friday 24 May 2024 . Late applications will not be accepted.

• Describe how this Travel Incentive will assist you to contribute to the future of rural and regional NSW Health and to remain in rural practice (maximum of 300 words)

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Patients who need to transfer from a rural hospital in Western NSW to another hospital or medical specialist will be supported by the patient flow team. Information to help patients and their families during this patient journey can be found on this page.  

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In Western NSW Local Health District if you require a transfer from a rural hospital to another hospital or medical specialist the patient flow team can organise your transfer. Your treatment and care are important to us and we will update you with a transfer plan as soon as practical. Speak to you healthcare team at any stage if you have questions. 

The service is offered to patients who don't require emergency ambulance services.

Arranging transport home is the patient's and family's responsibility . Support is available.

There are a number of steps involved in organising a transfer.

Booking the transfer

The healthcare team will book your transfer via the Patient Flow Portal.

You can ask if a caregiver or family member can come along during your transfer. If someone can come with you depends on your medical needs and other practical considerations. We will do our best to meet your needs.

Planning the transfer

The patient flow team receive request to transfer and prepares transfer arrangements in consultation with your healthcare team.

Several factors can affect your transfer, such as bed availability at the receiving hospital, emergencies, and ensuring the right transport for your needs.

Speak to you healthcare team if you have any questions. The healthcare team looking after you can access current transfer information on the Patient Flow Portal or electronic medical record. 

We understand feeling unwell and transferring a long distance away from home can cause concerns. Friendly faces Helping Hands has resources to assist connecting country people to services. 

Transfer is booked

A transport plan is documented in your electronic medical record by the patient flow team. 

The referring healthcare team can contact the patient flow or view electronic health system to view bed and transport arrangements. The electronic health systems are called: eMR and Patient Flow Portal. Ask the nurse looking after you to check the progress of you transfer via the Patient Flow Portal. 

When you transfer, the referring nurse will provide a clinical handover to the transport and receiving care teams so they have the necessary information and equipment to look after you.

You will be given approximate pick-up time. Please try to be ready at this time, ensure you have gone to the toilet and have you bag ready. Please note an estimated time of pick-up may change over time depending on competing priorities and resources available. We will make every effort to update you of changes. 

Small luggage or bag is suitable.   

Should your condition or circumstances change your nurse will contact the the patient flow team to re-assess transfer arrangements. 

More information about what to do if you have concerns about your patient transfer.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your care team. 

We understand that illness and country people accessing specialist care in the city a long distance away from home can be a stressful time for families. The team looking after you in the transfer location should discuss your health care journey including plans to return closer to home. It is a good idea to remind the city team of the distance to your home, closest hospital and any practical support you require to assist your travel and accommodation needs.

Request support via Isolated Patient Travel and Accommodation Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS), Aboriginal health practitioner, social worker or nurse in charge. 

Ask the healthcare team looking after you to complete IPTAAS documentation before you are discharged. 

Other supports to help you get home may be available.  

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Transfer concerns

You can ask your healthcare team at any stage about your transfer. If you have concerns ask to speak to the Nurse Unit Manager.

If you're worried about a change in your condition or someone you're caring for, reach out to a doctor or nurse. If you're still worried, you can call the REACH team for an independent assessment.

REACH is a system that you, your family or carer can use if you notice a worrying change or have serious concerns in your condition. 

You and your family know you better than anyone, so we want you to tell us, or ask a family or carer to tell us, if you notice a worrying change or a serious concern in your condition. At any time, you can ask the nurse or doctor for your condition and care to be reviewed. We call this a ‘clinical review’.  

If you feel like your concerns haven’t been heard, or the condition is getting worse, you can make a REACH call. REACH calls go to a team that give an independent assessment of your condition and can help with your concerns.  

In Western NSW Local Health District these are the REACH phone numbers to call:

• Bathurst Health Service  – (02) 6330 5308
• Bloomfield Hospital, Orange  – (02) 6369 3910
• Dubbo Health Service  –  0417 083 199
• Orange Health Service  – (02) 6369 3910
• All other hospitals and facilities – 1800 569 000

More information about REACH.

Sometimes, there can be a lot of information to process when you are in hospital especially when you are feeling unwell. Please feel free to ask any question to staff about where you are being transferred to or any other transfer details. Ensuring you have the right information to make informed decisions.

If you are concerned about your transfer plans, speak to the healthcare team. If you cannot access the information you need from hospital staff on duty please ask to speak to the local health manager.   

Support to return home

Arranging transport home from the hospital is the patient’s and family's responsibility. Please make arrangements as soon as a date of discharge has been discussed. If travel forms are required to be completed, please assist by advising staff early. 

Speak to a Nurse, Social Worker, Aboriginal Health Practitioner or other Health Worker if you need support to get home. The following services may be available to you.

Isolated Patients Travel and Accommodation Scheme (IPTAAS) may be able to give you financial assistance with your travel and accommodation expenses if you need to travel long distances for specialist medical treatment that is not available locally. 

For more information about IPTAAS.

Community transport is a service that offers easy-to-access travel for people who have difficulties using public transport or do not have their own transportation. To be eligible, people must:

Have a mobility disability that prevents them using conventional transport systems.

Live in a more remote area of NSW without access to conventional transport systems.

Need to use community facilities/resources that are unavailable during conventional public transport operating hours.

Please make arrangements with your local provider as soon as a day/date of discharge has been discussed to ensure availability if you require it. 

Angel Flight is a charity that coordinates non-emergency flights to assist country people who are physically able to enter and exit a small aircraft, to access specialist medical treatment that would otherwise be unavailable to them because of vast distance and high travel costs.

All flights are free and may involve travel to medical facilities anywhere in Australia. A referral must be sent to Angel Flight with the authority of a registered health professional (for example, a medical practitioner, nurse or social worker) who is familiar with the passenger’s medical condition.

Depending on the locations involved, the Flight Coordinators require 5–10 working days’ notice for transport assistance. Contact Angel Flight by calling:  1300 726 567

Request an Angel Flight

Friendly Faces Helping Hands is for rural patients, their carers and families to access practical information and support when hospitalisation is required a long way from home, kin and country: help at your fingertips.

Find out more about Friendly Faces Helping Hands

Country Care Link can support you if you are going to Sydney to attend health services or receive specialised treatment, the Country Care Link can organise for someone to drive you from the Sydney airport or train station to your medical appointment.

Find out more about Country Care Link