Graduate Enrolled Nurse Program 2027

Kyabram District Health Service; Shire of Campaspe; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic workplace

Free onsite car parking

Professional Development opportunities

Salary Sacrifice/Packaging

Employee Assistance Program

5 Weeks Annual Leave

Job summary

Kyabram District Health Service is offering an Enrolled Nurse graduate program in a supportive clinical environment focused on residential aged care. The program runs for 12 months in this department, consolidating nursing knowledge and practical skills under education team supervision.

Successful graduates are supported by clinical educators and nurse unit managers as they progress toward potential ongoing employment within KDHS.

Qualifications

• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Enrolled Nurse graduate program requires Diploma of Nursing qualification.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the graduate nursing program within residential aged care.
• Consolidate nursing knowledge and skills with education support.
• Be prepared for 12 months in this department before applying for ongoing roles.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Diploma of Nursing

Tools

Nursing information systems

Patient management systems

Job description

Enrolled Nurse- Graduate

Clinical Services - Aged Care

• Contract position
• Part Time - Fixed Term / 12 Months Commencing 25th January 2027
• Potential for ongoing employment
• 0.6- 0.8 FTE

Overview

Kyabram District Health Service (KDHS) is a medium-sized rural health service that delivers a range of programs and services including acute, subacute, residential aged care and allied and primary health care services. KDHS has three campuses located in the townships of Kyabram, Stanhope and Tongala. KDHS is a passionate inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are a culturally diverse organisation with a wide variety of people from different races, cultures, age, gender, ethnicity, physical ability, sexual orientation, religious belief, work experience and education background. We believe diversity drives innovation and we will continue to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex and where there is a deep sense of pride, passion and belonging that transcends any role. https://www.visitkyabram.com.au/community/

About The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Enrolled Nurse to join the graduate nursing program in a supportive clinical environment. Graduates in the Enrolled Nursing graduate program commence in residential aged care at Kyabram District Health Service to consolidate nursing knowledge and skills obtained in their Diploma of Nursing qualification. The program incorporates completion of 12 months in this department before utilizing these transferable skills to progress/apply for ongoing employment within Kyabram District health Service within a department of Graduates preference (pending vacancy). This program has one intake annually: January 2027 The program offers you the opportunity to consolidate nursing theory and practice. You are supported by the Education team, clinical support nurses and nurse unit managers and nursing and interprofessional colleagues. The program has a structured 3 day orientation program, 8 x study days throughout the year and ongoing support from the education team.

Our Program Is Designed To

• Enable you to use your evidence based knowledge to achieve quality patient outcomes
• Increase your confidence and strengthen your skills base
• Develop your ability to work independently and as a team member
• Enhance your decision making and critical thinking skills
• Allow you to enjoy your nursing career

About You

• Current registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
• Administration of Medication Scope of four & five routes for Acute, Aged Care, District Nursing Service or all five for Perioperative
• Current clinical experience working in an acute setting
• Basic knowledge of patient management and information systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and commitment to team objectives
• Demonstrated evidence of excellent time management and organisational skills
• Competent computer skills and knowledge of patient management and information technology systems
• Ability to work across KDHS in the event of clinical escalation

What KDHS Can Offer You

KDHS Is a Compassionate, Family Friendly Employer Where Every Employee Is a Valued Team Member. Inclusive Of a Perfect Work/life Balance, KDHS Also Provides

• A dynamic workplace
• Free onsite car parking
• Professional Development opportunities
• Salary Sacrifice/Packaging
• Employee Assistance Program
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave

Further Information

Download a copy of the position description and contact Trish Keillor, Education Coordinator on [phone] or email her on [e-mail]

KDHS would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet, the Yorta Yorta and Bangarang people and we pay our respects to the elders, past, present and emerging.

All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and Victorian ‘Employee’ Working with Children’s Check. Completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration is required prior to commencement. KDHS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

Recruitment agencies should note that KDHS does not accept agency resumes. KDHS is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.