Graduate Registered Nurse - Aged Care
- Complete a supported 12-month graduate nursing program focused on consolidating clinical knowledge, skills and confidence.
- Provide evidence-based, person-centred nursing care to patients, residents and clients in an aged care and health service environment.
- Collaborate with consumers, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams while developing professional and leadership skills.
- Full time or Part Time / Fixed Term 12 months (1/2/27 - 28/1/28)
- Gain experience in an aged care environment
- Work with a team of dedicated doctors and nurses to provide person-centered care
- Career Pathway
- $42.60 per hour
Program Overview:
The Graduate Nurse Program is designed to support the Registered Nurse (RN) career pathway by incorporating best practice foundations, high-quality mentorship and providing opportunities for enhanced skill development. A team of dedicated staff will lead a successful 12-month transition aimed at consolidating and developing Registered Nurse knowledge, skills, attributes and confidence.
Principal Responsibilities:
The Graduate Registered Nurse Program delivers evidence-based nursing care in line with the requirements of the National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards including the Integrated Health and Aged Care Services (IHACS) module.
The Graduate Registered Nurse will provide and is responsible for the clinical care of patients, residents and clients by:
- Providing a high standard of service for the consumers within Alpine Health
- Maintaining a level of clinical skills appropriate to direct and assist other nursing staff when required.
- Communicating directly with consumers’ relatives and carers, providing relevant information regarding their condition, treatment and future care.
- Fostering a safe and enjoyable work environment through positive workplace behaviour and effective conflict resolution.
- Utilising Person centered care through assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multi-disciplinary team.
- Being respectful of the needs of consumers, visitors and other staff and maintaining a professional approach in all interactions, creating exceptional experiences.
Who we are looking for:
- Recent completion of a Bachelor of Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team
- Commitment to a high standard of personal appearance and conduct that is clean, neat, tidy, punctual and respectful in language and manner towards staff, patients, residents and visitors
- Commitment to flexibility in clinical rotations and innovation in practice including an evidence-based approach to care
- Demonstrated well-developed written and verbal communication and organisational skills
- Demonstrated ability to contribute and practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Self-motivated and committed to personal development and growth as part of graduate nurse program
- Willingness to develop leadership and management skills
Our Region:
- Alpine Health comprises three multi-purpose health services across the stunning Alpine Region of Northeast Victoria.
- We are in the heart of Alpine country and boasts skiing, scenic walking/hiking trails in our local area, including the majestic Mt. Hotham and Falls Creek.
- We are close to world class Gourmet Food and Wine Region, including King Valley, Rutherglen, Glenrowan and Milawa Gourmet regions.
- We are only 40-60 minutes form the regional centres of Wangaratta and Albury Wodonga.
The successful applicant will benefit from:
- Competitive remuneration, novated leasing and full salary packaging benefits Available. If you have relocated permanently you may also be able to substantially increase your take-home pay by salary packaging some or all of your relocation costs.
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
- Employee Assistant Programs (EAP)
- Support for our diverse workforce
Applying for the role:
- Enquiries can be made via hr@alpinehealth.org.au
- A PD for this role can be downloaded below or at www.alpinehealth.org.au/careers/jobs
- Please submit your application including a resume and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria in the Position Description.
- All additional documents can be uploaded within the application after filling in the key criteria.
- Applications are assessed upon receipt & close 23 November 2026.
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