As a nurse in the Army Reserve, your responsibilities will closely mirror those in the civilian healthcare sector, but with the added excitement of working in a military setting. You will apply your nursing skills in diverse environments, including fieldwork and military operations, while still maintaining the flexibility to balance your regular nursing job.
Your duties will include familiar tasks such as assessing patient care needs and providing medical support to your team, with the unique opportunity to serve in high-adrenaline, military-focused situations. This role allows you to travel, expand your professional skills, and experience the fulfillment that comes from serving your country.
Wages:
The Army Reserve offers competitive pay, directly deposited with no tax deductions, and it increases with your rank and experience. After completing military and initial employment training, your pay could start at $257 per day, tax-free.
Why Join the Army Reserve?
If you’re seeking a new challenge, the Army Reserve could be the perfect fit. In addition to the satisfaction of serving Australia, you’ll enjoy:
- Tax-free pay
- Free healthcare and accommodation while on exercise or deployment
- Flexible time commitments (20-100 days per year)
- Work close to home when needed
- Comprehensive training
- Rewarding and diverse work, offering experiences beyond your regular nursing job
- A supportive team environment
- Opportunities for voluntary overseas deployment
- Lifelong friendships
- No minimum service commitment, allowing you to leave and return to the Reserve as needed
Apply Now:
Nurse at UM Canberra Army, Australia
Apply to become a Nurse at UM Canberra Army, Australia, and contribute your healthcare expertise in a dynamic military environment. Enjoy unique challenges, tax-free pay, and the opportunity to serve your country while advancing your career
To be eligible for this role, you must have at least two years of recent acute care hospital experience and be registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse (DIV 1), General.
Click the APPLY button if you believe you have what it takes to become an Army Reserve Nurse, and we’ll contact you soon.
You must be an Australian citizen and capable of obtaining a security clearance. If you are not an Australian citizen, you may still be eligible if you meet specific criteria. Please visit the ADF Careers Eligibility Page for more details.
Apply today or request more information by calling 13 19 01 or emailing applications@adfcareers.gov.au.
To view the full position description and learn more about life in the Army Reserve, click here: Nurse – ADF Careers.
