The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Midwife

• Clinical Midwife
• Clinical Midwife Consultant
• Endorsed Midwife
• Midwife Specialist

• Provides antenatal care to pregnant women, including physical examinations, monitoring of foetal development, and providing advice on nutrition and exercise
• Assists women during labour and childbirth, monitoring the progress of labour, and providing pain relief measures and medical interventions
• Provides postnatal care to women and newborns, including monitoring their health, providing lactation support and assisting with newborn care
• Educates and advises women and their families on pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care, promoting informed decision-making
• Identifies complications, and refers and collaborates with other Health Professionals to ensure comprehensive care for women and babies

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Clinical Nurse Educator
• Clinical Nurse Facilitator
• Staff Development Nurse

• Plans and organises the delivery of nursing education programs for nursing students
• Implements nursing education programs, including developing curriculum, teaching materials and assessment tools
• Designs nursing education programs based on the needs of the target audience
• Evaluates the effectiveness of nursing education programs and makes improvements as required
• Manages educational resources, including budgeting, procurement and maintenance of equipment and materials
• May focus on general nursing topics or specialise in a particular area of nursing

Registration or licensing is required.

• Designs and conducts research projects in nursing and related disciplines
• Evaluates the effectiveness and impact of nursing research projects
• Develops research protocols and methodologies for nursing research studies
• Collects and analyses data from research studies
• Disseminates nursing research findings through publications and presentations
• Promotes the integration of research findings into clinical nursing practice
• Provides guidance and support to nurses in implementing evidence-based practice

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Associate Nurse Manager

• Determines objectives, strategies, policies and programs for the unit or health care facility, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations
• Provides management, education and training to staff, implementing advancements in nursing/midwifery practices
• Manages financial resources for the unit or facility and the provision of cost-effective nursing/midwifery care
• Monitors and evaluates the quality and clinical standards of nursing/midwifery care
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to ensure coordinated patient care
• Recruits and rosters staff to meet the needs of the unit or health care facility

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Registration or licensing is required.

• Assesses and diagnoses people's health conditions and needs
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests and investigations
• Prescribes and administers medications and treatments independently, within the scope of nursing practice
• Develops and implements patient care plans and management strategies
• Provides education and guidance to people and their families on health promotion, disease prevention and self-care
• Refers patients to specialist Medical Practitioners and other Health Professionals for further assessment and treatment
• Evaluates and monitors peoples' responses to treatments and interventions
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Nurse (Critical Care)
• Registered Nurse (Emergency)
• Registered Nurse (Intensive Care)
• Registered Nurse (Medical/Surgical)
• Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)
• Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
• Registered Nurse (Rehabilitation)

• Develops and implements nursing care plans to provide direct clinical care in a hospital setting
• Assesses and monitors the condition of people, and prepares people for surgery or treatment
• Administers and monitors medication and fluids
• Assists with diagnostic tests and procedures, as well as interpreting test results and reports
• Provides emotional support and comfort to people and their families
• Educates people and their families about health conditions and treatment options
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of patient information, including vital signs, medications and treatments
• Responds to emergency situations, and provides immediate care and interventions
• May operate and monitor specialised medical equipment such as ventilators and cardiac monitors

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Nurse (In-home Aged Care)

• Assesses the health needs of elderly patients and develops individualised care plans
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by health care professionals
• Monitors and records vital signs such as blood pressure and heart rate
• Assists elderly patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and eating
• Provides emotional support and companionship to elderly patients
• Collaborates with other Health Professionals to coordinate and manage patient care
• Educates elderly patients and their families on health promotion and disease prevention
• Performs wound care and dressing changes
• Assists in the management of chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension
• Responds to emergencies and provides immediate medical assistance when necessary

Registration or licensing is required.

• Registered Nurse (Child and Adolescence Mental Health)
• Registered Nurse (Drug and Alcohol)
• Registered Nurse (Psychiatric Rehabilitation)
• Registered Nurse (Psychogeriatric Care)

• Assesses and monitors the mental health status of people
• Develops and implements individualised care plans for people with mental health issues
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by health care professionals
• Provides emotional support to people and their families
• Assists people in developing coping skills and managing their mental health conditions
• Educates people and their families about mental health conditions and treatment options
• Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and adjusts care plans accordingly
• Documents patient information and maintains accurate medical records

Registration or licensing is required.

Aged care registered nurses and mental health registered nurses are excluded from this occupation. Aged care registered nurses are included in Occupation 265433 Registered Nurse (Aged Care). Mental health registered nurses are included in Occupation 265434 Registered Nurse (Mental Health).

• Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)
• Registered Nurse (Community Health)
• Registered Nurse (Disability)
• Registered Nurse (Health Education and Promotion)
• Registered Nurse (Practice Nurse)
• Registered Nurse (Public Health)
• Registered Nurse (School Nurse)

• Assesses the health needs of individuals, families and groups in the wider community
• Develops and implements nursing care plans based on individual needs and health goals
• Provides health guidance and education to individuals, families and groups
• Conducts health screenings and assessments to identify potential health issues
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitors and evaluates patient progress, and adjusts care plans as needed
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation
• May provide acute care outside of a hospital setting

Registration or licensing is required.

• Breast Care Nurse
• Cosmetic Nurse
• Fertility/IVF Nurse
• Nursing Officer (Defence Forces)
• Occupational Health Nurse
• Remote Area Nurse