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Escape burnout, choose adventure!
Your guide to travel midwifery
Considering travel midwifery but not sure where to start?
Start here! This guide covers all the essentials – what to expect, the documentation you need & how Affinity can help you take the next steps!
Who are Affinity Nursing?
At Affinity Nursing, we’re a nurse-owned and led agency with over 23 years of experience supporting remote and rural healthcare. We’re also proud to be the only nursing and midwifery recruitment agency tendered across all Australian state and territories.
As a non-commission agency, our focus is simple – finding the right role for you.
We’ve placed nurses and midwives in every corner of Australia, and we’re here to make the whole experience as smooth as possible. From matching you with the right contract, getting you to location, or making sure you’re paid on time, we’ve got you covered.
Most importantly, we focus on you, so you can focus on others. We’re with you every step of the way before, during, and long after your contract, so you can enjoy the best possible travel nursing experience.
Why choose Affinity Nursing?
We have been supporting midwives & nurses across Australia since 2003.
We support you throughout your journey – before, during and after every placement.
Better packages, fewer surprises. Which means more money in your pocket.
Being tendered in all states and territories means national access with only one onboarding.
See what our midwives are saying about life on the road
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The main benefit to this lifestyle is work life balance! No-one can deny your leave, you just take contracts when and where you want them.
I also love being able to combine my love of travel with my career. Travelling this way has made me a lot more resilient and independent. I also find that the friendships I forge with people are far deeper and meaningful.”
RM Nikita
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Contract work gives the freedom to take time between placements to recharge, travel, and reflect on all the wonderful experiences rural and remote midwifery provides.
To me it meant I could reconnect with the job I love, without the constant pressure that leads to burnout.”
RM Fran
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I have had the most incredible time and made unforgettable memories travelling around thanks to the opportunities Affinity has provided me.”
RM Maddie
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It is interesting, varied, cross culturally fascinating, autonomous, thinking on your feet as you go, learning new contexts, providing needed care to women in remote communities who wouldn’t get any antenatal care otherwise.
All in stunning landscape and country, I love it!”
RM Kate
FAQ’s
How many years experience do I need to work as a travel midwife?
Due to the nature and unique demands of rural and remote communities, travel midwives need to be specialists in their field who have the acquired experience and confidence to deliver care in unfamiliar environments. Most agency roles in Australia require a minimum of three years’ experience in a chosen clinical area.
Why should I join Affinity over another travel midwife agency?
At Affinity, we focus on what actually matters to midwives – flexibility, support, and the right placements.
Reduce burnout with more control
Choose when and where you work, take breaks between contracts, and enjoy a better work-life balance.
Genuine, personalised support
Work with a dedicated consultant who understands midwifery and focuses on finding roles that suit you – not just filling shifts.
Feel confident on every contract
With access to Clinical Educators and ongoing training, you’ll be supported wherever you go.
Better placements, less stress
We match you to roles based on your skills and preferences, so you can thrive in each environment.
Enjoy the benefits of travel
Competitive pay, organised travel and accommodation, and opportunities across Australia.
I've read the Midwife guide, where do I go from here?
Getting started with Affinity Nursing is easy!
Visit our “Join Us” page and submit your details, and a member of our team will be in touch within one business day to discuss your skills and preferred locations.
I'm from NZ, can I still join Affinity?
Hundreds of nurses and midwives come to Australia with Affinity for the chance to travel and adventure, to broaden their area of practice, and to build up a life they want.
We understand what it’s like to live in a new country. You will be fully supported by our dedicated team each step of the way.
If you are considering agency nursing & midwifery in Australia, you’ll be glad to know the work and lifestyle is similar.
Check out our e-book for more more information on crossing the pond here.