Graduate Registered Nurse - 2027 Registered Nurse Graduate Program

About this role

2027 Graduate Nurse Program - Registered Nurse

Applications for the 2027 RN Graduate Program open on Monday, June 1 2026, and close on Wednesday, July 1 2026.

The program is offered part-time at 0.8 EFT over 12 months.
There will be six positions available in 2027, commencing on 1 March 2027, concluding on 27 February 2028.

The program includes two six-month rotations—one in an acute care setting and one in aged care. Candidates will be supported by Nurse Educators and experienced clinicians in each clinical area.

During the first week, a comprehensive orientation program is provided before commencement in the allocated clinical area. Throughout the graduate year, four study days will be held, featuring practical clinical skills sessions, presentations, and simulation scenarios.

Ongoing support from ward preceptors will be available, in addition to graduate support from the Learning and Development team.

Upon successful completion of the Registered Nurse Graduate Program, there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at one of the campuses across Central Highlands Rural Health.

Details of Appointment:

Part time, 12 month fixed-term position, working 64 hours per fortnight, commencing on 1 March 2027, concluding on 27 February 2028

Salary: As per award + Superannuation

About CHRH:

Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) is a rural health organisation that operates five campuses across Hepburn Shire and the Macedon Ranges in the Central Highlands of Victoria in Australia, north and north-west of Melbourne.Each of our campuses retains the name of the township in which they are situated - Clunes Health, Creswick Health, Daylesford Health, Kyneton Health, and Trentham Health.

How to Apply:

Please click and register for our Current Vacancies - Central Highlands Rural Health .

Central Highlands Rural Health uses an external website - Springboard. Please complete your application by including a Cover Letter, Resume and responses to the Key Selection Criteria from the position description.

Our Offering:

At Central Highlands Rural Health we have a diverse workforce where we value each person's uniqueness. We will embrace diverse life experiences and the perspectives of our people, whilst providing high-quality health care to all members of our community, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

Our Employees Enjoy:

• Salary Packaging
• Staff Massages
• Fitness Passport
• Free Car Parking
• Flexible working arrangements for some positions
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Staff Wellness Programs

All appointments to Central Highlands Rural Health are subject to a satisfactory clearance of a National Police Check. Employee Working with Children Check and NDIS checks are required for some positions within the organisation.Successful applicants will be required to provide evidence of an immunisation assessment prior to commencement. It is mandatory for all employees who work within the Health Care Sector have their flu vaccinations. Evidence must be provided prior to commencement with Central Health Rural Health.

Central Highlands Rural Health committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, ethical practice, and the principles of Cultural Diversity and social inclusion.