Graduate Registered Nurse Program October 2026

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 

About the Program 

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. 

2027 GNP Mainstream Registered Nurse Position Description

About the Role 

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. 

• Provide high quality patient centred care 
• Manage both the physical and emotional well-being of the patient 
• Administer medication safely in accordance with hospital policies, procedures and protocols 
• Observe, report  and document relevant nursing findings as per hospital policy and adjust patient care accordingly 
• Liaise with patients, patient families, medical and allied health as required or requested to facilitate the delivery of high quality patient care 
• Facilitate effective admission and discharge processes in accordance with hospital or unit guidelines 
• Participate in ongoing professional development by attending training and study days as per the Graduate Nurse Program requirements 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience 

• 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 
• Professional personal presentation and excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to operate within a “patient centred care” framework 
• Ability to facilitate team outcomes in a multidisciplinary environment 
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development 
• Ability to prioritise patient care and demonstrate appropriate time management skills 

What We Offer 

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

Working at St Vincent’s  

St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is driven by values of Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence. 

Online Applications must include  

• A cover letter (also referred to as a career intention statement) - maximum of one page
• Curriculum Vitae (maximum of three pages)
• Two professional referees- either clinical teacher, Preceptor or senior nurse to whom you have recently reported.
• Academic transcript to date, with results legend
• Two acute clinical placement reports- most recent available. Entire report required
• As part of your application you will be asked to provide your PMCV candidate number - please write N/A for this question
• Please select ‘N/A not applying for the Mental Health Graduate Program’ when prompted

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. 

We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.  Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. 

Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM 

SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). 

Contact: 

SVHM.Education.GNP@svha.org.au 

Closing Date:

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

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