Registered Nurse Jobs Cairns | Aged Care RN Contracts | Day Shift Nursing Jobs

Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) – Aged Care Contracts
Location: Cairns, QLD & surrounding areas
Contract Length: 2–12 week contracts
Shifts: Day shifts available
Placement Area: Cairns and locations within approximately 2 hours of Cairns
Pay: Competitive hourly rates + penalties + superannuation

Registered Nurse Jobs Cairns – Aged Care

Looking for Registered Nurse jobs in Cairns? HealthX is recruiting experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) for short-term aged care contracts across Cairns and surrounding areas.

With placements available at aged care facilities within approximately 2 hours of Cairns, these opportunities are ideal for Registered Nurses looking for aged care contracts, day shift nursing jobs, flexible short-term work and regional nursing opportunities.

Whether you're searching for Registered Nurse jobs Cairns, aged care RN jobs, RN contracts, day shift nursing jobs, locum nursing jobs or regional aged care work, HealthX has contract opportunities available across the region.

Aged Care RN Contract Jobs – Cairns & Surrounding Areas

Our Registered Nurse aged care contracts range from 2 to 12 weeks, providing flexibility for nurses seeking short-term contracts and the opportunity to work across a range of aged care facilities.

Placements may be available across Cairns and surrounding Far North Queensland locations within approximately 2 hours of Cairns.

RN Contract Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates + penalties + superannuation

• Day shift Registered Nurse opportunities

• Flexible 2–12 week aged care contracts

• Reliable and consistent hours

• Aged care RN opportunities across Cairns and surrounding areas

• Regional, rural and coastal nursing placements

• Travel and accommodation support may be available for eligible regional contracts

• Weekly payroll

• Dedicated recruitment and compliance support

• Ongoing Registered Nurse contract opportunities

Registered Nurse Requirements

To be considered for these Registered Nurse jobs in Cairns, you will need:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

• Experience working as a Registered Nurse in aged care

• Minimum 12 months' relevant nursing experience

• Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills

• Experience with medication management and clinical documentation

• Knowledge of infection prevention and control

• Understanding of aged care standards and resident-centred care

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Full Australian working rights

• Sponsorship is not available for these positions

Aged Care RN Jobs Cairns – Who Should Apply?

These Registered Nurse contract jobs are suitable for experienced nurses searching for:

• Registered Nurse jobs in Cairns

• Aged Care Registered Nurse jobs

• RN jobs in Cairns and Far North Queensland

• Aged care RN contracts

• Day shift RN jobs

• Day shift nursing jobs

• Agency Registered Nurse jobs

• RN agency contracts

• Short-term nursing contracts

• Locum Registered Nurse jobs

• Aged care locum jobs

• Regional nursing jobs

• Rural nursing contracts

• Travel nursing jobs

• Temporary Registered Nurse jobs

• Aged care jobs within 2 hours of Cairns

If you're an experienced Registered Nurse with aged care experience, these contracts provide an opportunity to work across different aged care facilities while maintaining flexibility around your availability.

Why Work With HealthX?

HealthX provides healthcare professionals with access to contract and temporary employment opportunities across Australia.

When you join HealthX for aged care RN contract work in Cairns, you'll have access to:

• A consistent pipeline of aged care nursing contracts

• Flexible 2–12 week contracts

• Day shift nursing opportunities

• Dedicated consultant support

• Recruitment and compliance assistance

• Weekly payroll

• Opportunities to work across different aged care environments

• Potential regional travel opportunities

Apply for Registered Nurse Jobs in Cairns

If you're an experienced Registered Nurse looking for aged care jobs in Cairns, apply today for upcoming RN day shift contracts across Cairns and surrounding areas.

With contracts available from 2–12 weeks and placements within approximately 2 hours of Cairns, these opportunities are ideal for Registered Nurses seeking flexible short-term aged care work.

Apply now to secure your next aged care Registered Nurse contract in Cairns.

Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.