Posted Monday 14 September 2026 at 2:00 pm

"At Opal HealthCare, we know that companies don’t succeed, people do."
Our purpose is to bring joy to those we care for and our values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence reflect that CARE is at the heart of everything we do. Opal HealthCare is one of Australia’s leading private aged care providers, with over 149 Care Communities, caring for more than 14,000 residents and supporting over 23,000 team members nationwide.

Why Join Opal?

Sponsorship opportunities across regional NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and WA
Permanent full-time employment with competitive salary, benefits and career growth
Development opportunities through scholarships, training and national career pathways

About the Opportunity

Opal HealthCare is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced Registered Nurses interested in sponsorship opportunities across our regional Care Communities in:

New South Wales
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia
Western Australia

As a Registered Nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical care, supporting residents to live with dignity and independence, and contributing to positive outcomes for residents, families and team members.

What You'll Do

Deliver safe, effective and person-centred clinical care
Complete resident assessments, care planning and clinical documentation
Administer medications and monitor resident health outcomes
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, residents and families
Support and mentor care team members to deliver exceptional care
Contribute to continuous improvement and quality care initiatives

Benefits & Rewards

Permanent full-time employment
Salary: $93,000 - $105,000 per annum plus superannuation and applicable penalty rates
Flexible shifts across a 7-day rotating roster
Paid parental leave and flexible public holiday options
Ongoing learning and development through the Opal HealthCare Academy
Scholarships of up to $15,000 for further study
State and national career progression opportunities
Team Member discounts, wellbeing programs and recognition initiatives
$5,000 referral bonus for eligible referrals
Industry-leading systems, technology and innovation

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for sponsorship opportunities, applicants must:

Hold current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
Have a minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Registered Nurse. Applicants relying solely on overseas nursing experience must have gained this experience within the last 5 years. Previous Registered Nurse experience in Australia will be highly regarded
Demonstrate strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
Have excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Be committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care
Be willing to work in regional locations across NSW, VIC, QLD, SA and WA
Be willing to complete a pre-employment medical assessment, police check and NDIS Worker Screening Check

Highly Regarded

Experience working in residential aged care
Knowledge of the Aged Care Quality Standards
Experience leading or mentoring clinical teams
Make a Meaningful Move

If you're an experienced Registered Nurse seeking sponsorship and looking to build a rewarding long-term career with a leading aged care provider, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your nursing career with Opal HealthCare.