Graduate Registered Nurse Program February 2026 (Perioperative, Acute Ward at St Vincents Health Network Sydney Public Hospital

Hendra, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jan, 26

Salary

43.59

Posted On

05 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse, Patient-Centred Care, Multidisciplinary Teamwork, Compassionate Care, Clinical Placement Experience, Emergency Nursing, Perioperative Services, Acute Care Specialties

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Graduate Registered Nurse Program February 2026 - Perioperative, Acute Ward Speciality Areas and Emergency 📍 Location: St Vincent's Private Hospital Northside ⏱️ 12 months (52 weeks) maximum term part time contract; February 2026 commencement! Who are we? We are part of the St Vincent’s Health Australia group (SVHA), Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider. At St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside and Brisbane, we are especially committed to delivering excellent care, pursuing cutting-edge research, and embracing new and emerging technologies and therapeutics to ensure we remain at the forefront of medicine in Australia, as well as abroad. Our Graduate Nurses are an integral part of a team, passionate about making a difference to the lives of those you care for, while making a positive contribution to the overall standard of care delivered. You will join a team of highly skilled multidisciplinary professionals, and your enthusiasm and commitment will be highly valued within a supportive team environment. At St Vincent’s, we are genuinely committed to your professional growth as a clinician. To support your transition from novice to confident and competent Professional Nurse, you’ll be guided by a dedicated team of Clinical Nurses (Education), Experienced Preceptors and the Graduate Program Coordinator. Together, they’ll assist in providing the structure, mentorship, and encouragement you need to thrive. About the position: Join the St Vincent's Private Hospital Northside 2026 Graduate Registered Nurse Program in February 2026, with the exciting opportunity to work in an acute hospital environment. We offer the following acute-care specialties: Perioperative Services: Theatre, Recovery, Endoscopy and Cardiac Catheter Laboratory Acute Ward-based Specialties & Emergency Nursing: Urology, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Oncology/Haematology, Palliative Care, General Medical & Surgical, Gastrointestinal, Colorectal & Bariatric Surgical, Medical Cardiology, Cardiothoracic & Vascular Surgical, Emergency Nursing (usually offered as 12 months with no rotation) Whatever your passion, we want to hear from you. We’re committed to placing you in specialties that aligns with your interests and career goals. We’ll give careful consideration to your preferences of area that excites you most — because your journey matters. Our Graduate Registered Nurse Program commences February 2026 with completion in February 2027 offering a 52 week, fixed term, 0.84 FTE position. For those interested in subacute specialties, positions are available at our Kangaroo Point facility. You will find more information St Vincent's Private Hospital Brisbane Additionally, our Northside site offers a transition programs into: Critical Care (ICU) Nursing, available for consideration after your graduate year, supporting your continued growth and career progression. To learn more about our Graduate Program, join our online information session on: Friday, the 10th October at 1pm via Microsoft Teams for a brief overview of what our program offers followed by Q & A session with the Graduate Program Coordinator and member of the Perioperative Education Team. This information session is optional; therefore, we recommend that you don’t delay submission of your application. Microsoft Teams details are: Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 450 200 222 789 7 Passcode: Pn3vX3DJ What works for you: We offer a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and professional growth Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990 per annum & Novated leasing available Optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum Work with Australia’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, known for its progressive and rapidly growing vision 50% discount on Postgraduate Study through the University of Tasmania (UTAS) Elizabeth Fraser Scholarships What works for us: Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse prior to program commencement The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team Well-developed skills in delivering compassionate, patient-centred care Recent clinical placement experience in an acute hospital setting If applying for an Emergency Nursing stream, recent clinical experience in an Emergency Department is preferred Flexibility to work rostered shifts across a 7-day week, including early, late and night shifts (nights on wards only) APPLY NOW! Respectfully, no agencies please. Applications Close 19 October 2025 If this is the position for you, please select the APPLY button now and ensure you include your: 1) Current Resume or CV - Specify your career goal or objective if you are interested in: a) the Perioperative Graduate Program b) the Ward-based Acute Specialist Area, additionally specify if you are also interested in Emergency Nursing c) Both Programs 2) Cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing your ability to meet the requirements of the role 3) ANSAT interim and final reports from current and previous placements For any questions, contact Jo Simes (Clinical Education Coordinator) for a confidential discussion on (07) 3326 3670 or via email joanne.simes@svha.org.au For a copy of the Position Description, please email talentnational@svha.org.au Remuneration: The position of Graduate Registered Nurse, in addition to our competitive salary packaging options, is a Registered Nurse Level 1, Year 1, with a base remuneration of $43.59 hourly + superannuation + shift penalties + allowances. Reconciliation Action Plan: As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit http://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation Requirements: St Vincent's Private Hospital Australia has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You must have working rights in Australia. Closing Date: 18 October 2025 11:59pm Reconciliation Action Plan: At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au View Reconciliation Action Plan Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. New users can click Create Account from the Sign-in screen. St Vincent’s Health Australia has been serving Australians with compassionate health and aged care since our first hospital was established in Sydney in 1857. Founded by the Sisters of Charity more than 180 years ago, St Vincent’s is a clinical, research and education leader delivering private hospital, public hospital and aged care services across NSW, VIC and QLD. Our founder, Mary Aikenhead’s vision, commitment and inspiration lives on in us and the work we do. From modest beginnings, St Vincent’s Health Australia is today the nation’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, offering services in Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria, including public and private hospitals and aged care facilities. The St Vincent’s family comprises 22,000 outstanding nurses, researchers, cooks, doctors, executives, administrators, cleaners, volunteers and more. Click Forgot your password? from the Sign-in screen and follow the instructions to reset.

Responsibilities

Graduate Nurses will work in various acute hospital environments, including perioperative services and emergency nursing. They will be guided by a dedicated team to support their professional growth and transition into competent nurses.