Position Title: Registered Nurse – NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) & PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit)

Location: Australia / New Zealand (Hospitals, Day Surgery Units, Private Clinics)

Work Setting: Public Hospitals, Private Hospitals, and Aged Care Facilities

Position Summary:

A Registered Nurse (NICU) provides care to critically ill newborns, including premature infants and those with congenital conditions or complications post-delivery. The role involves working in a highly specialized environment with advanced medical technology, ensuring the highest standards of neonatal care.

Key Responsibilities:

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate neonatal nursing care.
Monitor vital signs and administer medications, fluids, and nutrition via specialized equipment.
Operate NICU equipment such as ventilators and incubators.
Collaborate with neonatologists, paediatricians, and other medical professionals.
Educate and support parents and families, including discharge planning and follow-up care.
Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with hospital policies and health regulations.
Respond to emergencies and provide resuscitation when required.
Participate in ongoing professional development and training.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

📍Registered Nurse (RN) license in Australia (AHPRA) or New Zealand (NCNZ).
📍Minimum of 1–2 years of NICU or neonatal care experience (some roles accept general paediatric or maternity experience).
📍Postgraduate qualification in neonatal nursing (preferred but not always required).
📍Current BLS/ALS/NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification.
📍Strong communication, empathy, and critical-thinking skills.
📍Ability to work in rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.

Salary Range:

Australia (AUD):

Base Salary: AUD 70,000 – 105,000 per year
Hourly Rate: AUD 35 – 50/hour (depending on experience and location)
Overtime/Shift Penalties: Additional allowances for nights, weekends, and holidays

New Zealand (NZD):

Base Salary: NZD 65,000 – 95,000 per year
Hourly Rate: NZD 32 – 45/hour
Public Sector Nurses: Salaries are structured under collective agreements (e.g., DHBs)

Senior NICU nurses, nurse educators, or nurse unit managers can earn significantly more.

Benefits:

❇️ Relocation assistance (for overseas nurses): airfare, initial accommodation,
❇️ Visa sponsorship
❇️ Professional development and paid study leave
❇️ Paid annual leave: 4–5 weeks
❇️ Sick leave and parental leave entitlements
❇️ Superannuation/pension contributions (Australia: typically 11%)
❇️ Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) for mental health support
❇️ Health insurance subsidies (in some private hospitals)
❇️ Flexible working arrangements and job-sharing options
❇️ Pathways to permanent residency for qualified international nurses

If you are interested please contact us today.

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CVS Plaza, Block B, 3rd Floor, Suite B4.5, Ademola Adetokunbo Crescent, Opposite OTI Carpet, Wuse 2, Abuja.

📞 0912-642-1785 | 0813-064-9993

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