Enrolled Nurse Agency for Aged Care

Whether you’re an aged care provider looking for a reliable enrolled nurse or an EN looking for flexible shifts, Chris Barnard Nursing Agency is here to help. We’ve been supporting residential aged care across Victoria, Tasmania and NSW for more than 15 years, with nurses who bring skill, kindness and steady hands to every shift.

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Enrolled nurses for aged care providers

Our enrolled nurse agency places experienced ENs in aged care homes and residential aged care facilities that need dependable clinical care without the stress of last-minute scrambling. Every enrolled nurse we send is screened, briefed and ready to work alongside your team.

Every enrolled nurse we place has residential aged care experience, so they understand busy medication rounds, handover and the needs of older residents. They work under supervision from your registered nurse on duty and fit in quickly, which is why aged care providers keep coming back to us.

As part of Chris Barnard Health, our nursing agency brings the same care and values we’re known for in home care to aged care staffing. You’ll deal with real people who answer the phone and understand the pressure you’re under.

When aged care facilities call us

Most requests come from aged care facilities dealing with something they didn’t plan for. We regularly help with:

Workforce shortages and unfilled vacancies

Roster gaps caused by sick leave or annual leave

Urgent shifts and short notice call-outs

Night, weekend and public holiday shifts

Temporary staffing while you recruit permanent staff

Whether it’s a single shift tonight or regular casual shifts over several months, we’ll find an enrolled nurse who fits your residents and your roster.

Our staffing coordinators keep you updated until all shifts are covered, and we can lock in agency shifts weeks ahead for planned leave. Good staffing shouldn’t depend on luck.

What our enrolled nurses do

An enrolled nurse works under the supervision of a registered nurse, within their scope of practice, to deliver safe care to residents. In aged care, our ENs commonly help with:

Medication administration, for ENs who can administer medicines

Wound care and monitoring of skin integrity

Following and updating care plans

Dementia care and support for residents with changed behaviours

Palliative care and comfort care

Observing and reporting changes to the registered nurse in charge

Above all, they practise person centred care, getting to know each resident and treating them with dignity. It’s how we deliver quality care on every shift. Our enrolled nurses also support care workers on the floor, helping residents with mobility and comfort.

Supporting your care minutes and RN coverage

Enrolled nurses play a big part in meeting care minutes targets. With an EN on shift under RN supervision, your registered nurses have more time for clinical care and leadership, and you have extra support around your 24/7 registered nurse obligations. It’s a simple way to strengthen your workforce without overloading your permanent staff.

Need a registered nurse too? We supply RNs as well, so you can cover your whole roster through one nursing agency.

Qualified, screened and compliant

AHPRA registration and NMBA standards

Every enrolled nurse holds current AHPRA registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. We check each nurse’s AHPRA listing before placement and regularly after, and our ENs practise in line with the NMBA Enrolled nurse standards for practice.

Qualifications and notations

Our ENs hold a Diploma of Nursing or an equivalent qualification. We check for any notation on their registration, including whether they’re qualified to administer medicines, so you and your registered nurse know exactly what each nurse can do.

Screening and checks

Every agency nurse is vetted before their first shift. That includes a current police certificate, worker screening checks, including an NDIS Worker Screening Clearance where required, references and a detailed interview, with ongoing compliance checks. We choose nurses for character, too: kindness, patience and reliability.

Aged care standards

Every enrolled nurse we place understands the Aged Care Act 2024, the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and the Aged Care Code of Conduct. Compliance is built into how we recruit, brief and support every nurse, so you can be confident you’re working with a compliant partner. If something goes wrong, we follow a structured Open Disclosure process.

How to request staff

Step 1: Tell Us What You Need

Booking through our nursing agency takes just a few minutes. Call us or book online, letting us know your required date, location and the nursing skills you need.

Step 2: We Match Your Nurse

We’ll match you with a qualified Enrolled Nurse (EN) based on your requirements and confirm your booking, ensuring you have the right support for your facility.

Step 3: Ready to Work

Your Enrolled Nurse arrives briefed and ready to work. If they’re not the right fit for your needs, we’ll arrange a replacement to help ensure you receive the right support.

Enrolled nurse jobs with Us

Looking for enrolled nurse jobs that fit around your life? Agency nursing with Chris Barnard Nursing Agency gives you the flexibility to choose when and where you work, with the backing of a team that genuinely cares. Join the enrolled nurses who already pick up shifts with us and let our staffing coordinators find work that suits you.

Flexible shifts that fit your life

Pick up flexible shifts in aged care homes near you, from occasional agency shifts to regular casual shifts. Choose shifts close to home. You set your availability, so you have the flexibility to find the work life balance that suits you.

Competitive casual pay rate

You’ll earn a competitive casual pay rate, with penalty rates for nights, weekends and public holidays in line with the relevant award.

Build your career and skills

Agency nursing is a great way to grow your experience and skills across different aged care settings. Join a workforce that values your skills. Many of our nurses use agency work to shape the next step in their career, with ongoing training and support from our team.

Who can join?

To apply, you’ll need current AHPRA registration as an enrolled nurse, a Diploma of Nursing, at least some clinical experience, and a current police certificate. Aged care experience is a bonus, but not essential. Becoming an agency nurse with us is simple, and your AHPRA details will be checked before your first shift.

How to register with us

Ready to explore enrolled nursing jobs with CBH? Register online in a few minutes. Our team will be in touch to talk about your experience, your preferred locations and the shifts you’re after.

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Where we work

We place enrolled nurses in residential aged care across Victoria, with shifts available in Melbourne and regional Victoria such as Bendigo and Gippsland, throughout Tasmania, including Hobart, and across New South Wales.

Why choose Chris Barnard Health

Aged care focus: our nurses know aged care and residential settings

More than agency staff: nurses who are trained, supported and known to us

One nursing agency for ENs, RNs and care workers

Real support: a team you can reach early and late

Trusted since 2010: multi-award-winning and ISO 9001 certified

Flexible staffing solutions that work for providers and nurses alike

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between an EN and an RN?

Can your ENs administer medication?

Can you fill shifts at short notice?

Do your enrolled nurses only work in residential aged care?

Can I choose my own shifts as an agency enrolled nurse?

Find your next enrolled nurse, or your next shift

Whether you need an enrolled nurse for tonight’s roster or you’re ready for your next role, our enrolled nurse agency is here to help. Talk to our team about your aged care staffing needs, or register to start picking up shifts.

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