Graduate Registered Nurse Program February 2025 - Brisbane

Imagine working for Australia’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider!


ABOUT THE POSITION:
Join the St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane (SVPHB) and Northside (SVPHN) Graduate Nurse Programs in February 2025. Our Graduate Registered Nurse Program, for February 2025 commencement, is offered as an opportunity to work at either one, or both of our Brisbane Hospitals, at Kangaroo Point and/or Chermside. This is a 52-week, fixed term (0.84FTE) position where you will work in a friendly, positive environment with our experienced and specialised healthcare team to develop your skills, becoming one of our outstanding clinicians!


WHAT MAKES OUR GRADUATE PROGRAM STAND OUT:
As part of our genuine commitment to your learning and developing you into an excellent clinician, we ensure that we have the support of dedicated Clinical Nurses (Education), Preceptors as well as a Graduate Program Coordinator.

Our Clinical Education Team will be invested in offering you ongoing support and guidance throughout the program to develop your knowledge and skill giving you the best possible platform to launch your career from! During the program you will attend three clinical workshop days. It is important to St Vincent’s Health that we ensure you are provided allocated education days to focus on your learning and consolidate your existing clinical skills and knowledge. We are here to facilitate your transition from novice practitioner to a confident and competent professional nurse.

We are dedicated to setting you up for success in our 12-month Graduate Nurse Program, supporting you following successful completion of the graduate program to transition into one of the many opportunities available in the St Vincent’s Network. Currently SVPHN has transition programs to Critical Care (ICU), Cardiac Catheter Lab (CCL) and Perioperative Services, which demonstrates our commitment to continually upskilling our employees.


OUR SPECIALTIES:
We have a variety of sub-acute wards and specialties where you can develop your skill set, with the opportunities for two 6-month rotations. Brisbane site offers Rehabilitation, Medical, Pain Services, Palliative Care and Geriatric Medical Services. Northside site includes, Urology, Orthopaedics, Oncology, Palliative Care, General medical and surgical, Gastrointestinal, colorectal and Bariatric surgical, Medical Cardiology, Cardiothoracic and Vascular surgical and emergency. There is also a separate Perioperative Graduate Nurse Program at Northside which include Cardiac Cath Lab (CCL), Endoscopy, Theatres, Anaesthetics and Recovery.

In 2025 we will also be offering a program which allows our graduates to follow the patient journey through 2 of our specialities – Oncology & Palliative care Nursing stream and Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation Nursing stream. In this program the graduate nurse will have the opportunity to work across our 2 sites, Brisbane (Kangaroo Point) and Northside (Chermside).


WHY CHOOSE ST VINCENT’S PRIVATE HOSPITAL BRISBANE & NORTHSIDE?

• Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990, Novated leasing, plus an optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum.
• No cost for uniforms and training.
• Opportunity to work for the nation's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, with a rapidly growing and progressive vision.
• Ability to visibly see your positive impact on our patient’s journey.
• Professional Development opportunities that you can apply for:
  • Post Graduate Study through University of Tasmania (UTAS) 50% discount
  • Elizabeth Fraser Scholarships
  • Study Grants and Conference leave.
• Free annual flu vaccination.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families.
• Access to Fitness Passport (FP).
• Discounted on-site parking.

ABOUT YOU:
You will have:

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse, prior to the program commencement.
• The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Well-developed skills in communication, critical thinking, time management and prioritisation of care.
• Developed skills to deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Recent clinical placement experience in an acute hospital setting.
• The ability to work various shifts 7 days a week, including night shift after 3 months.

WHO ARE WE?
We are part of the St Vincent’s Health Australia group (SVHA), Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider. At St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside and Brisbane, we are especially committed to delivering excellent care, pursuing cutting-edge research, and embracing new and emerging technologies and therapeutics to ensure we remain at the forefront of medicine in Australia, as well as abroad.

Our Graduate Nurses are an integral part of a team, passionate about making a difference to the lives of those you care for, while making a positive contribution to the overall standard of care delivered. You will join a team of highly skilled multidisciplinary professionals, and your enthusiasm and commitment will be highly valued within a supportive team environment.

REMUNERATION:
The position of Graduate Registered Nurse, in addition to our competitive salary packaging options, is a Level 1, Year 1, with a base remuneration of: $40.00 hourly + superannuation + shift penalties + allowances.


RECONCILIATION ACTION PLAN
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit http://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation


INTERESTED? APPLY TODAY!
Please provide the following information to assess your suitability to the role:

1. A Cover Letter of no more than 2 pages addressing your interest and ability to meet the requirements of the role. Additionally, please outline your experience in clinical settings as a student, and any placements at SVHA.

2. Your current CV or resume, including two referees.


For any questions, contact Jo Simes (Clinical Education Coordinator) for a confidential discussion on (07) 3326 3670 or via email [email protected] Alternatively, contact Marlene Redelinghuys (Clinical Education Manager), 0436 651 415 or via email [email protected]


CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICANTS: 20 October 2024


Respectfully no agencies please.

For a copy of the Position Description: please email [email protected]


REQUIREMENTS:
Criminal record checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this position.

St Vincent’s Private Hospital has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. Compliance with the SVHA Immunisation Policy is mandatory and this position will require evidence of immunisation prior to employment. SVHA requires that staff are to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

You must also have working rights in Australia.