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Nurse Job Market Data across Australia
How many Nurse jobs are available in Australia?
There are currently 177 Nurse jobs across Australia listed on Employment Hero, with 20 new positions added in the last 7 days, the most recent posted 11 hours ago. Temporary roles lead at 38% of listings, with full-time at 36% and part-time at 18%. Onsite roles lead the way, with 158 listings requiring onsite presence, 15 hybrid and four remote. Entry-level candidates are best placed with 49 roles, followed by 46 senior and 44 mid-level positions. Top employers currently hiring include Harwell Home Care Pty Ltd (13), Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation (12) and Qualitas Healthcare – Employees (10).
How much does a nurse earn in Australia?
The median salary for a Nurse in Australia is $84,884 per year, with the middle 50% of roles falling between $68,321 and $108,432. Top earners take home over $125,150. NT pays the most, with a median salary 48% above the national average.
Median salary by seniority
Median salary by state
| State | Median salary | vs national |
|---|---|---|
| NT | $125,256 | +48% |
| SA | $102,320 | +21% |
| WA | $93,257 | +10% |
| NSW | $91,005 | +7% |
| ACT | $87,797 | +3% |
| VIC | $79,746 | −6% |
| QLD | $75,979 | −10% |
| TAS | $69,766 | −18% |
| National | $84,884 | — |
Salary data is current as at September 2026 and provided as general information only, based on Employment Hero jobs data. While believed accurate, it has not been independently verified and Employment Hero does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy. This information should not be relied on as financial or career advice — seek independent advice before making employment or salary decisions.
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