Enrolled Nurse

What does an enrolled nurse do?

• Offer physical and emotional care
• Administer medication
• Consult with other health professionals about patient care
• Maintaining stocks of consumables

What do I need to be good at?

• Skill in written communication
• Emotional intelligence
• Professional ethics
• Teamwork
• Interpersonal skills
• Working under supervision
• Understanding my own competencies
• Following directions

How much does an enrolled nurse get paid?

Minimum starting salary for graduate: $45,682. (Source 1)

Median full-time starting salary: $48,400. (Source 2)

How does an enrolled nurse get trained?

To become an enrolled nurse, you’ll need a Diploma of Nursing.

Where are the jobs for an enrolled nurse?

The most common job title is enrolled nurse, which is a protected job title for graduates of Diploma courses. Enrolled Nurse positions are available in hospitals and clinics across Australia.

What does this job lead to?

You can complete further study (bachelor’s degree) to become a registered nurse, and some employers have study programmes set up to help with this.

Read more about employers and what programmes they offer here.

1. Source: Fair Work Commission, Nurses Award 2010.
2. Source: Department of Employment, Skills, Small and Family Business