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Enrolled Nurse

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An Enrolled Nurse provides patient care, administers medications, monitors vitals, and supports daily needs, working in hospitals, healthcare, or residential settings.

  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
      • NSW
      • ACT
      • VIC
      • QLD
      • TAS
      • WA
      • NT
      • SA
  • 10,000 people employed in Australia
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a enrolled nurse

Get qualified to work as a enrolled nurse with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

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Common questions

In Australia, a full time Enrolled Nurse generally earns $1,378 per week ($71,656 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This profession has seen a strong increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 34,000 people working as an Enrolled Nurse in Australia compared to 17,600 five years ago. Enrolled Nurses may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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If you’re planning to work as an Enrolled Nurse, consider enrolling in a Diploma of Nursing. This course will give you the skills to perform clinical assessments and deal with a range of patients including the elderly, those with diabetes and people in palliative care.

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Enrolled Nurse careers

An Enrolled Nurse provides care to patients in a range of settings such as hospitals, healthcare facilities and residential care environments. You might monitor patients’ vital signs and follow the care outlined in their treatment plan. Enrolled Nurses may administer medication or change wound dressings. You might also help with bathing, dressing and feeding patients if required.

Enrolled Nurses should have strong teamwork skills and be able to liaise with patients from a range of backgrounds. It’s important that you can communicate well with patients, families and medical teams. Enrolled Nurses must be able to follow correct procedures and prioritise their tasks.