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A Rehabilitation Nurse provides care to patients who are recovering from an accident, injury or illness. You might work in a hospital, a specialist healthcare facility or you may provide care to patients in their own home. Rehabilitation Nurses follow a care plan to help patients regain their independence. You’ll work closely with other health care professionals such as physiotherapists or occupational therapists.
Rehabilitation Nurses should have good personal skills and be able to listen to their patients’ concerns. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to liaise with patients, carers and other health care staff. Rehabilitation Nurses should be able to follow instructions and work to correct procedures.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Rehabilitation Nurse.
Possible job outcomes:
Become an enrolled nurse with the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing. This nationally recognised diploma is part of the enrolled nurse registration requirements of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). The course covers: working as a nurse within the Australian healthcare system, performing clinical assessment of patients, principles of wound management, administering medicines and intravenous therapy, nursing patients with mental health issues, monitoring acute and chronic health conditions, palliative care approaches, infection controls, ethics and legalities of nursing. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, nursing career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: if you are seeking registration with NMBA always check with your course provider before enrolment to ensure the correct electives are selected..
Average duration: 24 months.
The Bachelor of Nursing (Graduate Entry) cultivates reflective, evidence-driven health professionals with refined clinical reasoning abilities. The course touches on the essence of the nursing field, pathophysiology, pharmacology, First Nations health, and facets of both physical and mental well-being. It also underscores the importance of accountability, clinical governance, and leadership, essential for excelling as a registered nurse..
If you want to study nursing at university or TAFE but lack confidence in your academic abilities, try the 52895WA Certificate IV in Preparation for Health and Nursing Studies. This nationally recognised certificate is a direct pathway to higher education nursing qualifications and will develop your academic writing and study skills. You will also gain a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology, plus applied maths and chemistry. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, graduation outcomes, and training providers in your area that offer this qualification..
Average duration: 6 months.
In Australia, a full time Rehabilitation Nurse generally earns $1,150 per week ($59,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This profession has seen a strong increase in employment numbers in recent years. There are currently 4,300 people working as a Rehabilitation Nurse in Australia compared to 2,300 five years ago. Rehabilitation Nurses may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
A Diploma of Nursing is an ideal qualification if you’re interested in a career as a Rehabilitation Nurse. This course will prepare you to work in a range of health care settings and includes work placements so you gain valuable real world experience.
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Here are some potential career pathways within nursing and physiotherapy. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Nursing
First Aider
Salary not available
Nursing Assistant
$960 weekly pay
Patient Care Assistant
Acute Care Nurse
$1,540 weekly pay
Aged Care Nurse
$1,050 weekly pay
Anaesthetic Nurse
$1,250 weekly pay
Community Health Nurse
$1,937 weekly pay
Critical Care Nurse
$1,530 weekly pay
Emergency Nurse
Enrolled Nurse
$1,150 weekly pay
Mental Health Nurse
Midwife
$1,730 weekly pay
Nurse Midwife
Operating Theatre Technician
Palliative Care Nurse
Perioperative Nurse
$1,600 weekly pay
Psychiatric Nurse
$2,000 weekly pay
Recovery Nurse
Rehabilitation Nurse
Remote Area Nurse
Renal Care Nurse
Research Nurse
Surgical Nurse
Triage Nurse
$2,015 weekly pay
Cardiac Nurse
Clinical Facilitator
$2,086 weekly pay
Clinical Nurse Consultant
$1,950 weekly pay
Clinical Nurse Educator
$2,433 weekly pay
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Director Of Nursing
$2,500 weekly pay
Nurse Educator
$2,192 weekly pay
Nurse Manager
$2,357 weekly pay
Nurse Practitioner
$2,115 weekly pay
Nurse Unit Manager
Registered Nurse
Trauma Nurse
$2,750 weekly pay
Physiotherapy
Therapy Aide
Myotherapist
Physiotherapy Assistant
Community Physiotherapist
$1,701 weekly pay
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist
$1,500 weekly pay
Neurological Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist
$1,630 weekly pay
Sports Physiotherapist
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