1️⃣ Qualifications

• You'll need proof of your nursing bachelors, post graduate certificate, advanced study etc.
• These will have to be certified by a Justice of the Peace

2️⃣ National Police Check

• This is a criminal background check conducted by the Australian Federal Police
• This can easily be done online on the Australian Federal Police Website

3️⃣ Australian Health Practioners Regulatory Authority

• Also known as AHPRA
• This is a legal requirement for you to have to commence work as a health practitioner in Australia
• This can easily be done online on the AHPRA website

4️⃣ Passport and Working Rights

• If you are an Australian citizen with an Australian passport, you don't need to worry about this section
• If you are a New Zealand citizen with a New Zealand passport, your working visa is directly and automatically applied to your passport
• If you are from elsewhere in the world you may need to apply for a special working visa. Consult with your agency for more information

5️⃣ Identification

• You'll need at least 3 identification documents certified by a Justice of the Peace. Two of the identification documents must be photo identification
• Be sure to take your original documents with you to be certified

6️⃣ References

• For references, you'll need at least two line managers
• One will need to have been in the last 3 months, and the other will need to have been within the last 12 months

7️⃣ Vaccinations

• You'll need to prove immunity to MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, & Pertussis.
• Your vaccination record may be satisfactory, however some states and areas may require proof of immunity through serology testing

8️⃣ Working with Children Check (WWCC)

• This essentially makes sure you are safe to work with children. This is state dependent and needs to be started before beginning your employment contract
• The agency is able to talk you through what specific website to use for that specific state

9️⃣ National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

• This is contract specific. But once you have the certification then you can use it in all states

🔟 Extras

• Although the list above is detailed to 90% of the available contracts, some agencies may require you to complete some extra paperwork

1️⃣ Tax File Number (TFN)

• Firstly you'll need a tax file number which can be applied for online (country dependent)
• This acts as a form of tax identifier to enable you to get taxed appropriately
• If you're from New Zealand there is a helpful guide under "NZ Nurses" to help you get started
• For all others you will require 3 forms of identification as detailed on the ATO website
• Click the link for more information or to start your online application (NZ nurses)

2️⃣ Bank account

• Next you'll need to open a bank account
• You can do this simply by going instore to the bank of your choice
• Remember to take your ID!
• In some cases, agencies may allow you to get directly paid to a Wise account. Enquire further with your agency of choice

3️⃣ Superannuation

• Australia has incredibly generous superannuation schemes
• Your agency may have a default superannuation company but you are free to choose one that matches your financial goals
• This application for a superannuation account can also be done online

New Zealand Nurses be sure to check out the tab "NZ Nurses" for specific advice.

And for more information on what you can and can't claim, check out the "Accounting" tab at the top of the page.