Aged care workers are getting a pay boost, but the health union says the sector needs more reforms. Photo: Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS

Aged care workers will receive more money in their pocket, with a fourth pay rise in three years set to take effect.

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Wednesday's increase means a level two registered nurse, which is the most common level, will receive an extra $60.20 a week, with enrolled nurses to earn an additional $62.20 a week.

It comes after the Fair Work Commission handed down an award wage rise for 400,000 workers in the sector.

The fourth pay boost in three years followed a

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