Appointment Type
Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE), 12-month fixed-term Graduate Registered Nurse position commencing 1 March 2027.
Salary Package
Base Salary from $78,405 per annum (Registered Nurse, Year 1), plus 12% employer superannuation and access to generous salary packaging benefits through Maxxia.
The Program
A structured 12-month transition to professional practice with rotations or a dedicated placement across one of five specialty streams.
Grow With Us
Dedicated clinical education, mentoring, study days and reflective practice support delivered through the Macquarie University Health Academy.
Work-Life Balance
Supportive rostering, on-campus facilities, and access to gym, pool, childcare and transport links.
Drive innovation in healthcare, transform patient outcomes, and advance your career today
About the Program
Launch your nursing career with our exciting 12-month Grad@MUHealth Program for newly graduated Registered Nurses. Designed to support your transition to skilled practice, the program focuses on leadership development, clinical excellence, reflective practice, teamwork, and lifelong learning. Through the Grad@MUHealth Program, graduates can tailor their transition to practice by joining one of five specialty streams: Clinical (Ward-based), Perioperative, Primary Care, Cardiac Care, or Oncology. Depending on the stream and workforce requirements, graduates will complete either two 6-month rotations or a dedicated 12-month placement, gaining structured support, specialty experience, and exposure to contemporary models of patient-centred care.
About Us
Macquarie University Hospital is Australia's first and only private not-for-profit teaching hospital located on a university campus. The hospital sits under the umbrella of MU Health and offers a range of specialised clinical services in partnership with the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences.
Nursing@MUHealth At MU Health, we are passionate about recruiting talented nurses who share our commitment to exceptional patient-centred care. Through the MU Health Academy, nurses are supported with graduate programs,
continuing professional development and leadership opportunities.
About You
You will have completed a Bachelor of Nursing qualification between 1 June 2026 and 31 January 2027 and meet all AHPRA requirements to practise as a Registered Nurse, including the registration standard for English language skills, prior to commencement of the program. You will be interested in developing your nursing career through one of our graduate specialty streams and be willing to commit to a full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE) position. You must be available to commence employment on 1 March 2027.
Position Requirements
- Demonstrates effective, progressive, and knowledgeable application of professional standards, ethical practice, cultural safety, and relevant legislative requirements.
- Accepts responsibility and accountability for the safety and quality of nursing practice.
- Demonstrates emerging leadership capabilities and initiative in identifying and resolving issues.
- Works collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared goals and deliver excellence in patient-centred care.
- Maintains accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation.
- Reflects on practice, seeks feedback, and actively participates in ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
- Demonstrates commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and continuous learning.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
Role Specific Conditions
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and approved qualification for administration of medication
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Occupational assessment screening and vaccination requirements
- Criminal History Check
Key Dates
- Applications Open: Friday, 28th August 2026
- Applications Close:
Sunday 13th, September 2026 11:59pm AEST
- Interview Period: 19 October to 30 October 2026
- Program Commencement: 1 March 2027
- For further information, visit Grad@MQHealth or email
[email protected]
Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to Macquarie University Health.
Applications Close: 13/09/2026 11:59 PM
A Place Where You Belong
At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. Learn More Discover the unique career opportunities we can offer by visiting our Careers Page.
At MQ Health we unite the best clinicians, the most astounding researchers and the most dynamic teachers to lead the development of health and medical education and practice in Australia. MQ Health is Australia’s first fully integrated academic health sciences centre under a University’s leadership. Founded to advance the tripartite missions of clinical care, learning and research, we are bold and ambitious in our pursuit of patient-centred excellence. MQ Health's integrated approach delivers holistic patient care and treatment informed directly by world-renowned research, continuous learning for improved patient outcomes, and enhanced clinical and teaching experiences
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📌 Graduate Registered Nurse Program 2027 - Grad@MUHealth (New South Wales)
🏢 Macquarie University Hospital
📍 New South Wales