Graduate Registered Nurse - Full time

For Purpose Aged Care; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging benefits

Team lunches

Health & wellbeing programs

Employee discounts

EAP support

Wellness resources

Career growth opportunities

Ausmed Passport training

National job opportunities

Job summary

For Purpose Aged Care is seeking Graduate Registered Nurses for its state‑of‑the‑art aged care residence in Wagga Wagga. You will join a structured 12‑month graduate nurse program with dedicated clinical mentorship and a focus on resident dignity, safety and independence.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, contribute to care planning, and develop your skills with on‑site support. Monday to Friday day shifts available; eligibility to work in Australia required.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted registration with AHPRA
• Less than 12 months of post-registration experience as a Registered Nurse
• Understanding of professional, ethical and legal requirements as a RN
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Understanding of assessments and developing care plans
• Ability to communicate complex care plan needs to residents and representatives
• Understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated well developed computer and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and clinical problem-solving skills
• Confidence in working autonomously
• Available to work Monday to Friday day shifts
• Must be eligible to work in Australia (International Students on Graduate Visa welcome)

Responsibilities

• Join a structured 12-month graduate nurse program with clinical and development orientation
• Support residents' health and well-being with dignity, safety and independence
• Collaborate with on-site clinical team and graduate program coordinator to build skills

Skills

AHPRA registration

Post-reg experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Care planning

Care plan communication

Aged Care Standards

Time management

Documentation skills

Clinical problem-solving

Autonomy

Availability Mon-Fri

Job description

GRADUATE REGISTERED NURSE

Shifts available - Monday to Friday

0700-1506hrs

About the Company:

For Purpose Aged Care run aged care provider with a holistic focus on community, individual well-being, and a culture of respect and dignity. We have been caring for families for over three decades and are proud of the unique residences offered to the community.

About this Role:

We are currently seeking Graduate Registered Nurses to join our developed Graduate Nurse Program at our state‑of-the‑art aged care residence based at Wagga Wagga Community Aged Care.

We are looking for people who will strive to maintain and enhance the health and well‑being of our residents while offering them dignity, safety, and independence.

We offer a supportive environment with dedicated and experienced clinical teams on‑site, a graduate nurse program coordinator to guide and support you along the way and a structured 12‑month graduate nurse program covering a range of comprehensive clinical and development orientation models designed to develop and support you in your first year as a graduate nurse.

Skills & Requirements for the Role:

To be considered for this role, ideally, we are looking for:

• Current unrestricted registration with AHPRA
• Less than 12 months of post registration clinical experience as a Registered Nurse
• An understanding of the professional, ethical and legal requirements as a Registered Nurse
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team of like-minded care professionals
• An understanding of assessments and developing care plans
• Ability to learn to effectively communicate complex care plan needs to incoming residents and their representatives.
• An understanding of Aged Care Quality Standards
• Demonstrated organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrated well developed computer and documentation skills
• Excellent communication and clinical problem-solving skills
• Confidence in managing your time effectively, including an ability to work autonomously.
• Available to work Monday to Friday day shifts
• Must be eligible to work in Australia (International Students on Graduate Visa are welcome to apply)

Why Work with Us?

Discover the Benefits & Culture at For Purpose Aged Care

At For Purpose Aged Care, we believe that when our staff feel supported, valued, and inspired, they deliver the very best care to our residents. As a purpose‑driven, not-for‑profit organisation, your wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do.

That is why we offer a growing range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, financial wellbeing, professional growth, and sense of belonging:

Maximise Your Take-Home Pay -Save up to $15,900 a year through Salary Packaging with Go Salary.

Feel Connected- Enjoy regular team lunches and engaging team-building events that bring people together.

Super That Works for You- HESTA is an industry super fund focused on people working in health and community services.

Exclusive Workplace Banking- Take advantage of special offers through CommBank’s tailored program - because smart banking means more in your pocket.

JB Hi-Fi Employee Discounts- Access exclusive staff pricing on the latest tech and home essentials.

Wellbeing Support On Demand-Our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is always here when you need it.

Time to Unwind-Treat yourself with staff-only discounts at Endota Spa.

Novated Leasing Made Easy- Use your pre‑tax income to pay for your car through our partner Enlist and enjoy potential tax benefits.

Career Growth Across Australia- Explore national job opportunities within our broader For Purpose Aged Care network.

Ausmed Passport- Take your training and qualifications with you—you’re learning counts wherever your career takes you.