ANZSCO 254411
Nurse Practitioner
Provides advanced and extended nursing care to people as authorised in relevant nursing legislation, in a range of health, welfare and community settings.
Skills assessment authority
Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC)Occupation lists
MLTSSL · CSOL
Visas for Nurse Practitioner
Main tasks
- 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 & licensing
Registration or licensing is required.
State nomination
8 state(s) nominate Nurse Practitioner for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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