Job Description
Graduate Registered Nurse Program **** - Grad@MUHealth
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Appointment Type: Full-time or part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE), 12-month fixed-term Graduate Registered Nurse position commencing 1 March ****.
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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.
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The Program: A structured 12-month transition to professional practice with rotations or a dedicated placement across one of five specialty streams.
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Grow With Us: Dedicated clinical education, mentoring, study days and reflective practice support delivered through the Macquarie University Health Academy.
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Work-Life Balance: Supportive rostering, on-campus facilities, and access to gym, pool, childcare and transport links.
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Drive innovation in healthcare, transform patient outcomes, and advance your career today
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About the Program
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Launch your nursing career with our exciting 12-month Grad@MUHealth Program for newly graduated Registered Nurses. Designed to support your transition to professional practice, the program focuses on leadership development, clinical excellence, reflective practice, teamwork, and lifelong learning.
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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.
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About Us
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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.
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Nursing@MUHealth
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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.
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About You
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You will have completed a Bachelor of Nursing qualification between 1 June **** and 31 January **** 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.
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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 ****.
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Position Requirements
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Demonstrates effective, progressive, and knowledgeable application of professional standards, ethical practice, cultural safety, and relevant legislative requirements.
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Accepts responsibility and accountability for the safety and quality of nursing practice.
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Demonstrates emerging leadership capabilities and initiative in identifying and resolving issues.
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Works collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared goals and deliver excellence in patient-centred care.
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Maintains accurate, timely, and professional clinical documentation.
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Reflects on practice, seeks feedback, and actively participates in ongoing career development and lifelong learning.
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Demonstrates commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and continuous learning.
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Communicates effectively with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
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Role Specific Conditions
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Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and approved qualification for administration of medication
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Valid Working with Children Check
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Occupational assessment screening and vaccination requirements
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Criminal History Check
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Key Dates
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Applications Open: Friday, 28th August ****
n Applications Close: Sunday 13th, September *******:59pm AEST
n Interview Period: 19 October to 30 October ****
n Program Commencement: 1 March ****
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For further information, visit Grad@MQHealth or email
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Pre-Employment Checks
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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.
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Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in satisfactory to Macquarie University Health.
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A Place Where You Belong
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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.
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Learn More
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Discover the unique career opportunities we can offer by visiting our Careers Page.

📌 Graduate Registered Nurse Program 2027 - Grad@Muhealth (Sydney)
🏢 Macquarie University Hospital
📍 Sydney