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Discover the types of nursing opportunities available with VNS Nursing Agency


At VNS Nursing Agency, we have roles available for nurses, midwives, technicians, and support staff so you can create the lifestyle you want through flexible working and higher casual rates of pay. VNS Nursing Agency offers nurses and midwives an abundance of opportunities across hospitals and facilities in Melbourne and Geelong as well as regionally across Victoria and contract roles.


Our friendly allocations team are available 24/7 to support you through your shifts and our aim is to match you with roles that suit your specialty and experience.

The perks of working with VNS


  • Ongoing support from the friendly VNS Team
  • Work opportunities across a range of hospitals & facilities
  • Nursing and midwifery specialties as well as aged care
  • Gain experience in different areas and grow your skills
  • Contract and regional roles are also available
  • Flexibility to choose when and where you want to work
  • Use the MyVNS App to update availability and book shifts
  • Work available across Melbourne and Geelong
  • Upskill & keep your CPD in check with training partners
  • One of the top rates agencies on Google
  • Higher casual rates of pay


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Roles on offer at VNS

  • Accident & Emergency

    The demand for agency emergency nurses in Melbourne is increasing due to factors such as population growth, unexpected events, and changing employment patterns. Having a pool of trained and experienced agency emergency nurses is critical to ensure that emergency departments can provide timely and appropriate care to patients.

  • Midwifery

    Increasing factors such as a growing population and changing employment patterns are leading to a demand in midwives across Melbourne and Victoria. Having a pool of trained and experienced midwife agency nurses is essential to ensure that women receive high-quality maternal healthcare services, particularly during times of increased demand or unexpected events.

  • Theatre

    The need for theatre nurses in Melbourne is critical to ensure that patients receive safe and high-quality surgical care.  As an agency theatre nurse in Melbourne, some of the benefits you may enjoy include flexible work schedules, opportunities to work in various healthcare settings, higher pay rates compared to full-time nurses, and the ability to gain diverse experiences in the field of nursing. The role also requires a strong skill set in critical thinking, communication, and collaboration to provide the highest quality of care for patients in a fast-paced environment.

  • Medical-Surgical

    Medical/Surgical nurses provide a wide range of care, including monitoring patients' conditions, administering medication, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible patient outcomes. As an agency nurse, you will have the opportunity to work with different patients and healthcare teams, which can further develop your skills and experience in the field.

  • Critical Care

    Benefits of being an agency Critical Care nurse in Melbourne may include flexible work schedules, higher pay rates compared to full-time nurses, the opportunity to work in different healthcare settings, and the ability to gain diverse experiences in the field of nursing. This role requires strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and the ability to work well under pressure to provide the best possible care for critically ill patients.

  • Acute Care

    As an agency nurse, you would have the opportunity to work with different patients and teams, which can further develop your skills and experience in the field. You may also have the chance to work with advanced medical equipment and technologies, which can help you develop new skills and knowledge in the field of acute care nursing. Additionally, you may be able to choose from a variety of shifts and work schedules, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.

VNS Nursing Agency is now offering sponsorship to highly qualified Nurses and Midwives in the following areas:


  • Acute Care
  • Critical Care
  • Medical-Surgical (all areas)
  • Accident & Emergency
  • Theatre
  • Midwifery


To be eligible for sponsorship you must have a minimum of 3 years of experience and the usual recruitment process will be in place (conditions apply).


Apply with VNS Nursing Agency and our friendly team will be in touch with roles that suit your experience and specialty. 

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