Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program - 2027

Western District Health Service; Hamilton; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Western District Health Service invites applications for the Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program - 2027. The program supports newly graduated enrolled nurses to transition into practice, with facilitated clinical learning, nursing leadership development, and rotation across diverse clinical areas.

Participants will be supported by trained preceptors, Practice Development Nurses and the Graduate Nurse Program Coordinator to consolidate knowledge and progress toward independent practice.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-month graduate nurse program across multiple rotations to develop clinical and leadership skills.
• Under supervision of preceptors and program coordinators, apply existing knowledge to improve patient outcomes.

Job description

Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program - 2027 Western District Health Service has exciting opportunities for newly graduated enrolled nurses to participate in the 2027 Graduate Nurse Program for Enrolled Nurses.

Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program - 2027 Western District Health Service has exciting opportunities for newly graduated enrolled nurses to participate in the 2027 Graduate Nurse Program for Enrolled Nurses. The overall aim of the Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program is to provide facilitated support in the clinical environment for transferring existing knowledge into quality outcomes and developing further knowledge and skills to progress towards independent learning and practice. The 12-month program provides an excellent foundation for future career advancement through opportunities to develop clinical and leadership skills across a variety of rotations throughout the organisation. Participants are supported by trained preceptors, Practice Development Nurses and the Graduate Nurse Program Coordinator.

Application Process

Applications Must Include

• A cover letter addressing your interest in the program
• A current resume
• Three clinical referees
• Three recent clinical placement reports
• A copy of your academic transcript

Key Dates

Program Commencement: Monday 25 January 2027

Applications Open: Monday 7 September 2026

Applications Close: Sunday 27 September 2026

Proposed Interview Period: Week commencing 28 September 2026

Further Information

Laura Downes

Graduate Nurse Program Coordinator

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Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace fair and transparent recruitment practices and recognise the unique strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team on [xxx]. We are committed to ensuring all applicants can participate fully and comfortably in the recruitment process.

Successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.