Enrolled Nurse
OSCA 441131·ANZSCO 411411
34,500
59.5%
89%
43 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Nursing and Advanced Diploma of Nursing.
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About this career
Provides nursing care to patients in a variety of health, aged care, mental health, welfare and community settings under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
What they typically do
- Performs physical exams, including checking patients' pulse, temperature, and blood pressure
- Records and interprets clinical observations, including temperature, pulse and blood pressure, urine tests, blood glucose and other tests used in specific areas of practice
- Provides basic wound care in line with an agreed patient care plan
- Assists with the administration of medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
- Provides patients with personal care activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating
- Provides first aid in medical emergencies
- Works with Registered Nurses, doctors and other Health Professionals to create patient care plans
- Participates in health promotion activities and community education
Where they work
States and territories
Share of workers by location
Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Enrolled Nurse.
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Diploma of Nursing
HLT54121 · AQF 5 · 50 providers
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Advanced Diploma of Nursing
HLT64121 · AQF 6 · 6 providers