Job Description

Job Description: Positions available for October 5 2026 start Completed nursing course between July 2025 and June 2026 Part time (0.8 FTE) fixed term, 12 month program with 2 six month rotations Friendly and supportive team environment

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About the Program

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We are seeking Graduates for our October 2026 Graduate Registered Nurse Program who are committed to providing the highest quality of care to our patients, who strive to increase their knowledge and skills, are motivated team members and who demonstrate critical thinking whilst embracing the values of our Health Service. Within our clinical areas, Graduate Nurses are encouraged to make the most of the extensive learning opportunities and care for patients with a range of clinical conditions. St Vincent's assists individuals to identify strengths and develop strategies for further growth and professional development. Our Graduate Registered Nurse Program is a twelve month, part time (0.8EFT) program, with two six month rotations which offers supported succession planning that will allow you to achieve your future career goals.

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About the Role

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Exciting opportunities exist for Graduate Nurses to join our team at St Vincent's Hospital Melbourne in the 2026 Graduate Registered Nurse Program. Under the guidance of the Graduate Nurse Program Coordinators, Practice Development Nurses, Nurse Unit Managers and nursing teams, you will be responsible for the delivery of high quality patient care in your specific areas.

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- Provide high quality patient centred care
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- Manage both the physical and emotional well‐being of the patient
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- Administer medication safely in accordance with hospital policies, procedures and protocols
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- Observe, report and document relevant nursing findings as per hospital policy and adjust patient care accordingly
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- Liaise with patients, patient families,



medical and allied health as required or requested to facilitate the delivery of high quality patient care
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- Facilitate effective admission and discharge processes in accordance with hospital or unit guidelines
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- Participate in ongoing professional development by attending training and study days as per the Graduate Nurse Program requirements
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Qualifications, Skills and Experience

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- Candidates must have completed a nursing course between July 2025 and June 2026 and be registered as a Grade 2 Registered Nurse by 5 October 2026
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- Professional personal presentation and excellent written and verbal communication skills
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- Ability to operate within a "patient centred care" framework
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- Ability to facilitate team outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment
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- Commitment to ongoing education and professional development
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- Ability to prioritise patient care and demonstrate appropriate time management skills
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What We Offer

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- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
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- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
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- A healthy work/life balance encouraged
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- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
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- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
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- In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne's best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
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- Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
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- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
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- Culture of continuous improvement
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We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.

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Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.

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We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

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Contact: [email protected]

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Closing Date: 20 September 2026 11:59pm

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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 [email protected]

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View Code of Conduct: View Code of Conduct Set up Job Alerts to see future opportunities that interest you. Current 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.

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📌 Graduate Registered Nurse Program October 2026 (Victoria)
🏢 St Vincent's Health Australia
📍 Victoria