Hunter Valley Private Hospital – Shortland NSW

Here at Healthscope in our graduate program … your career means more!

At Healthscope, we understand the dedication it takes to reach this milestone in your nursing or midwifery journey. That’s why we’re here to help you take the next exciting step in your career with our immersive and comprehensive graduate program.

As Australia’s only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider, we care for communities nationwide through our network of 31 hospitals offering acute, medical, surgical, mental health, and rehabilitation services.

What makes working with Healthscope different?

In the private healthcare sector, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while being supported every step of the way. As the primary link between patients and doctors, our nurses and midwives play a vital role in delivering exceptional care. You’ll find opportunities to accelerate your career, specialise in areas that inspire you, and enjoy the flexibility that comes from a structured setting.

At Healthscope, we know life doesn’t stop outside of work. That’s why our leaders create rosters that suit your unique career and life stage.

Hunter Valley Private Hospital, where making a difference means more.

Hunter Valley Private Hospitalwas established by the Masons in 1965, purchased by the Hunter Valley Private Hospital in 1985, and in November 2015 purchased by Healthscope. The best people in medicine will care for you at Hunter Valley Private Hospital, the most established hospital in the Hunter area.

Dedicated to caring for people and families living in the Hunter region,



at Hunter Valley Private Hospital our focus is you. Your expert team of surgeons, specialist doctors, dedicated nurses and other professionals will ensure your experience is the best it can be.

We provide a range of clinical services including ophthalmology, orthopaedics, plastics, gastroenterology, pain management, general surgery and ENT surgery. We are also renowned for our rehabilitation program and medical services.

Site Specific Streams available

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurses at Healthscope perform a wide range of activities in pursuit of delivering a high-quality patient experience. Every day is different and may include assessing patients, administering medications, providing wound care and educating patients and their families about health conditions. You will need to collaborate with other healthcare professionals, advocate for your patients and provide support to patients and their families. You will have the opportunity to continually develop, improve and promote best evidence‑based practice.

What’s Included in the Graduate Program?

Our 12-month program, available in full-time or part-time roles (minimum 30 hours/week), is designed to help early career nurses and midwives transition into independent practice and enhance their clinical skills.



This program is paired with an additional Consolidation Year to ensure you’re well-prepared to succeed.

- General, Perioperative, Mental Health, and Maternity (Registered Midwives only) graduate streams available – depending on Hospital preference.
- One to three rotations within your graduate stream over the 12-month program
- Benefit from supernumerary time as you ease into independent clinical practice.
- Enjoy dedicated support from experienced professionals at site, state, and national levels.
- Prioritize your well-being with annual leave during your first rotation.
- Celebrate your achievements at our Graduation Ceremony.
- Healthscope Benefits – discounted health cover, Maxxia Rewards, Fitness Passport, EAP services and more!

What we’ll need from you

- Evidence of Australian working rights
- Completion of a nursing or midwifery course between 1 June 2026 and 17 January 2027.
- Availability for a minimum of 30 hours/week, on a rotating roster including AM, PM, night, weekends, and public holidays.

What to get ready for your application

- Your updated resume (Mandatory)
- Two recent student clinical placement reports (Mandatory)
- Proof of Australian working rights (e.g. Australian / New Zealand passport, Australian birth certificate, or international passport and relevant Australian working visa evidence).

Recruitment timeline:

- Applications – August 2026
- Interviews at site – October 2026
- Offers – October to November 2026
- Onboarding – November 2026 to January 2027
- Orientation/commencement – February 2027 to March 2027

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📌 Graduate Registered Nurse - Feb 2027 (New South Wales)
🏢 Hunter Valley Private Hospital
📍 New South Wales