How to Enhance Your Nursing Profile
Keeping sharp as a nurse will always have you delivering your best work. As you go along, you may discover skill gaps or areas of expertise you want to fill. Luckily, a selection of options
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Get to know Affinity Nurses and their experiences on contract, explore Australia by checking out our travel posts, or learn tips and tricks for how to achieve the most success doing agency work.
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Location Spotlight: Broome, WA from Affinity Nurses
This beautiful coastal town is the perfect combination of red dirt and clear ocean. Its easy to see why Affinity Nurses constantly fall in love with this area!
Meet RN Jen: Working for MSF (Doctors Without Borders)
RN Jen Rural/ED Nurse 1. What does your background in nursing involve? I studied at Sydney University and took my new-grad placement in the Kimberley, WA. I then spent over three years there working in
Affinity Clinical Education – Q&A
The unique lifestyle of Agency Nurses means that a unique approach to CPDs and education is a must. Affinity Clinical Education is our new education platform for providing you with CPDs and learning opportunities while
How to determine if your agency is the best fit for you!
Making sure you're with the right agency will help you feel valued and get your preferred roles and locations. Here's our tips for determining which agency is your best fit.
Eat Like a Local – Cairns, QLD
Cairns in Far North Queensland is a location that needs little introduction or promotion amongst our nurses. It is one of the most popular and sought after locations for agency nurses for very obvious reasons
Affinity Clinical Education – What is it?
2021 has brought about lots of new, exciting things to Affinity. New faces (both nurses and internal staff), new hospitals to service and lots of new roles (it really is a great time to be
Public Vs. Private Hospitals – which sector is for you?
Working as an agency nurse opens the doors to new experiences and opportunities, which is one of the reasons why so many nurses choose to take the leap. One of these new experiences may be
Best Natural Hot Springs in NSW
With the best coastline in the world, NSW is famous for its white sandy beaches which offer a popular spot for travellers almost year-round. For those travellers heading to NSW during the cooler period –
Meet RN Richard: My way of becoming a more competent clinician
RN Richard “I first started working as an Enrolled Nurse in 2013 at the age of 39, and as a Registered Nurse in 2016. Prior to that I was a woolclasser, truck driver, and sheep
What traits make for the most successful agency nurses?
Being an agency nurse is very different to traditional permanent employment. It takes different skills to really thrive in such a different professional lifestyle.
Location Spotlight: Bundaberg, QLD
Bundaberg is a coastal town in Queensland’s south east corner known for its sugar cane fields and a certain rum factory that holds a special place in town. Located 4 hours north of Brisbane it
How to prepare for your first contract
New to travel nursing? Feeling antsy about where you’re headed? We know it can feel like there are so many unknowns when heading off for your first nursing contract, that’s why we are always here
Affinity Nurse Spotlight – RN Sarah
RN Sarah 9 years nursing experience 1. How has your time been at Cairns? The hospital is great. I have found the work in ED interesting, and I am constantly learning and seeing new things.
Southern New South Wales
Southern NSW should be on every Affinity Nurse’s hitlist for 2021 – if you are looking for snow, adventure, the coast or even a peaceful place to eat and drink – Southern NSW has everything
Interview with an Affinity Recruiter
Continue reading below to find out directly from Chelsea, how the Affinity Team advises our nurses on their agency careers Q: What is the first thing you ask nurses when searching for their next placements?
Things to do in Tasmania this winter
Tasmania. Once forgotten on our country’s maps but no longer. Boasting some of the most picturesque sceneries and cultural fun, Tasmania is perfect for any time of year. With summer almost behind us, we look
Van Life – Ellie & Seamus
1. What made you want to travel and work together & how did you hear about Affinity? We both love to travel and we are nurses, so it’s a win win situation. The nursing is
Affinity Nurse Spotlight – RN Shannon
RN Shannon 2 years nursing experience 1. When and why did you decide to do agency nursing in Australia? I have always wanted to travel and becoming a nurse gave me the perfect opportunity to
Affinity Nurse Spotlight – RN Alex
RN Alex 6 years nursing experience 1. How has your time been at Barcaldine? I’ve been really enjoying it! There is a really friendly community feel to the town, and the hospital and staff are
Location Spotlight: Kununurra, Western Australia
Covering an area more than 3 times the size of England, the Kimberley Region of WA is a quintessential Australian experience. The remote Kimberley Region showcases uniquely Australian landscapes, red dirt, native flora and fauna
I’m permanent – can I do agency work?
After the whirlwind year of 2020, having a sense of stability is more important than ever to so many nurses. Have you had the itch to travel, but pushed those plans aside due to COVID?
2020: The Year of the “Hot” Nurse
Thank you Ian, for this insightful look into how 2020 went for yourself and many other travel nurses. Feeling inspired? Get in touch with your Affinity specialist now to have an amazing 2021!
Affinity Nurse Spotlight – RN Amalija
RN Amalija 17 years nursing experience Theatre, mainly within anaesthetics and recovery 1. When and why did you decide to do agency nursing? I have been in my current role and hospital for over 10
Why you should go to Tasmania in 2021!
Cover photo: Affinity RN Maria in Wineglass Bay, Tasmania Tasmania, the hidden gem of Australia, is the best place to be this year! With beautiful cool weather, breathtaking mountains and natural wonders, this island is
Affinity Nurse Spotlight – RN Joe
RN JOE 4 years in the Philippines + 6 years in NZ + 2 years in AU When and why did you decide to do agency nursing in Australia? Travelling has always been my passion.
How to get the most out of your year!
Whilst the agency market is a last-minute market, it doesn’t mean you should last-minute plan. Staying ahead of demand and job vacancies maximises the roles, locations and experiences available to you. We have compiled a
Fatigue Management for Agency Nurses
Fatigue management for agency nurses is an important topic for Affinity. We know that our nurses are some of the most hard working and resilient nurses out there, whose odometers would put others to shame.
Reasons to Try Agency Work This Holiday Season
Christmas has always been a great time to relax, reflect and help those not as fortunate. Agency work ticks all those boxes and more. Why not make it your focus this festive season? #image_1793188056 {
Tassie Bucket List
RN Stephanie RN Jenna RN Dianne Bay of Fires – RN Jennie 4. MONA The Museum of Old and New Art in Hobart will have you entertained for hours (a museum located within a winery
