Mental Health Registered Nurse New Grad Program 2027

Care is our passion. People are our business. Excellence is our standard. Growth is our ambition.

Who we are:

As the only private hospital located in the region, Maitland Private Hospital prides itself on delivering positive patient experiences. We have a dedicated and experienced team of specialists, doctors and nurses who meet the needs of our diverse and changing community by providing exceptional patient-centred care, state-of-the-art medical technology, and a warm, welcoming environment for patients and their families.

Located only 30 minutes from Newcastle, Maitland Private maintains a community-focused feel, while being able to deliver high quality health services to the Maitland and Hunter Valley regions. The hospital encompasses 185 beds, 6 operating theatres, 10 bed ICU, with associated rehabilitation, medical and surgical Wards. Our services include two major medical centres, a dedicated mental health unit, an on-site cancer centre including radiation oncology, radiology practice and pathology laboratory.

Maitland Private Hospital is a key facility within the Healthe Care Group. We are a private healthcare provider of choice, driving innovation and clinical best practice to the services we provide.

Your new role as a new grad nurse:

Exciting opportunities available for highly motivated newly graduated Registered Nurse to join our New Grad Program!

Our Program:

Our Mental Health Registered Nurse Program will commence on 8/2/2027 and will consist of a full-time (or negotiated part-time e.g. 8 days per fortnight) 12-month fixed-term employment contract, with a potential opportunity to apply for a permanent position at the conclusion of the new graduate program (if eligible).

About you (essential criteria):

• Completion of your Nursing Degree (Bachelor or Masters) prior to the commencement date.

• AHPRA registration prior to commencement.

• Current Working with Children Check and Police Check.

• Immunisation evidence and serology report in accordance with NSW Health

• Candidates must have the right to work in Australia to be considered for this role (Australian citizen, permanent resident, NZ resident or hold a valid visa with unrestricted permission to work). We are not offering Visa sponsorship on this occasion.

Desirable attributes:

• Previous undergraduate experience in hospital setting.

• Previous undergraduate placement in Mental Health environment.

Selection Criteria:

• You’re passionate about a career in Mental Health nursing

• Commitment to continuous quality improvement and safety.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team.

• Strong collaborative interpersonal skills with well-developed verbal and written communication skills.

• Demonstrated clinical knowledge and clinical problem-solving abilities.

• Exhibit patient-centred care with an understanding of the professional, ethical and legal requirements of the role.

Healthe Care is an equal opportunity employer. At Maitland Private Hospital, we’re all about supporting real people to deliver extraordinary care. As part of the Maitland Private team, you can expect:

• Attractive Remuneration Package.

• Collaboration with like-minded professionals across a multi-disciplinary team

• Work-Life Balance – Flexible rostering & working conditions

• Ongoing Professional Development Opportunities, including potential to undertake discounted post graduate study and paid study leave.

• Super & Novated Lease Salary Packaging Options

• Wellbeing programs including discounted private health insurance

• Fitness Passport

• Comprehensive Orientation Program

• Discounted Massages on-site

Position enquiries and applications

Interested to know more?

Applications must meet the requirements outlined in the New Graduate Information Package to be eligible for consideration - For further information please visit: https://maitlandprivatehospital.com.au/staff/careers

Closing date: 31/8/2026

Clinical Nurse Educator | Maitland Private Hospital | 175 Chisholm Road, East Maitland NSW 2323
E:  ••••@healthecare.com.au | T:  +61 • •••• •400 | W: maitlandprivate.com.au

*Due to the large volume of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted.