RN Graduate Nurse Program-February 2027 at St Vincents Health Australia Group Support Services

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Acute Care, Clinical Nursing, Patient Care, Cardiothoracic Nursing, Neurosurgical Nursing, Orthopaedic Nursing, Haematology Nursing, Oncology Nursing, Colorectal Surgery Nursing, Intensive Care, Recovery Care, Peri-operative Care, Cardiac Nursing, Vascular Nursing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description: Purpose Lead. Patient-Centred. The perfect place to launch your RN career! Launch Your RN career where ambition becomes impact! St Vincent's Private Melbourne is looking for driven, curious graduate nurses ready to hit the ground running. Our twelve-month Graduate Program offers something rare: the breadth of a large health system with the culture of a values-led organisation. As a not-for-profit Catholic hospital network spanning East Melbourne, Fitzroy, Kew and Werribee, we exist to serve, and that mission shows up every day in how we work together and care for our people. What your year will look like You'll have 2 six-month rotations across our four locations, giving you genuine exposure to high-acuity clinical environments that most nurses don't get exposure to until years into their careers. They are cardiothoracics, neurosurgery, plastic and reconstructive surgery, orthopaedics, haematology/oncology and colorectal surgery. You'll also have the opportunity to experience specialty areas including intensive care, recovery, peri-operative care, and cardiac/vascular. You won't be thrown in the deep end. Our clinical educators and experienced multidisciplinary team are with you at every step, building your confidence, sharpening your skills, and setting you up for a long, rewarding career. Who we're looking for RNs who are ready to grow fast, embrace challenge, and become the kind of clinician patients and colleagues rely on. This program is open to candidates who have completed a Bachelor of Nursing Program or equivalent. You must be eligible to gain registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA (www.ahpra.com.au) and will be available to commence the program in February 2027. Why St Vincent's Private is where you want to start A team that actually has your back: You'll join a high-performing, close-knit team built on genuine trust and respect. We invest in our people through real mentorship, collaborative practice, and clear pathways for professional growth. Purpose-driven work: St Vincent's Health Australia is one of the country's most respected values-based health networks, operating across Victoria, NSW and Queensland. When you join us, you're part of something bigger than any single hospital. Your pay goes further: Take advantage of generous salary packaging, a real financial benefit that reduces your taxable income and puts more money in your pocket every fortnight. Your wellbeing matters too: Access discounted gym memberships through Fitness Passport, options to purchase additional leave when life calls for it, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance. Give back beyond the bedside: Through our Give4Good workplace giving program, you can contribute to causes you care about. Perks worth having: As an SVHA staff member, you'll receive discounted access to private hospital admissions across our entire hospital network — a benefit that's there when you and your family need it most. APPLY NOW! Applications are open - join a team that will invest in you from day one. There is a two-step application process . All candidates are to submit their application: Through PMCV ranking St Vincent’s Private Hospital Melbourne in one of your 6 PMCV preferences AND Workday our online recruitment portal (In order to submit your documents online, you may need to save them all into one file and upload in the CV/Cover letter section) Please submit the following via Workday: Cover letter Succinct Curriculum Vitae (no more than three pages), including two recent clinical referees (with email addresses) one of whom must be from an adult acute care placement of two weeks or longer) Copy your academic transcript (including legend) Two complete acute medical or surgical ward clinical assessment tools (e.g. ANSAT) minimum of 2 weeks duration and undertaken in Australia or New Zealand We do not accept clinical assessment tools from Mental Health or Community nursing placements, but we will accept a PACU clinical assessment. Please submit the entire document, not just the summary. We require every page of the document including notes pages For further information regarding the application requirements please refer to the hospital websites: SVPHM | Registered nurse graduate program - St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne Workday will require you to upload your documents to complete the application process. **No applications will be accepted through email** Please address applications to: Graduate Registered Nurse Program Coordinator: Carolyn Price St Vincent’s Private Hospital Fitzroy 59 Victoria Parade Fitzroy 3065 We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment. St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au. REQUIREMENTS: Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role. SVPHM 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 are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE For further information about the role please contact Carolyn Price SVPHM.Education.Programs@svha.org.au +61 3 94117763 Applications Close 5pm Wednesday 1st July 2026 Closing Date: 1 July 2026 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

Complete two six-month rotations across various high-acuity clinical environments including cardiothoracics, neurosurgery, and oncology. Work within a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care while developing clinical skills and confidence.