New Graduate Enrolled Nurse Program 2026 (Canberra)

About Calvary Bruce Private Hospital Calvary Bruce Private Hospital is one of the Capital's leading private healthcare providers featuring eight state-of-the-art digitally integrated theatres, including a hybrid cath lab as well as the only dedicated private mental health facility in the ACT.Our values of Hospitality, Healing, Stewardship and Respect underpin all that we do.As an equal chance employer, we encourage applicants from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities and various life experiences and faiths. About the Program The Calvary OnePlus Graduate Nurse Transition Program (GNTP) is a national, twelve-month practice-based program that supports graduates to develop crucial clinical knowledge, skills and attitudes. Through structured rotations, mentorship and reflective practice, graduates learn the principles of evidence-based nursing and the ability to transition knowledge to practice. Structured transition program with two 6-month rotations over the year through medical, surgical, peri‑operative and mental health wards at 0.8 FTE (negotiable). A dedicated New Graduate coordinator will support you throughout the 12‑month program.
- Monthly support meetings
- Regular clinical supervision and support
- Options to nominate preferred rotation areas
- Flexible rostering
- Tailored study days
- Specialty‑specific competency books
- Dedicated multi‑day orientation program
- Allocated preceptors for each graduate
- Supernumerary shifts at the commencement of each rotation
- No on‑call for the duration of the graduate year
- Work across a range of clinical areas in supportive environments recognised as centres of excellence
- Graduate nurse devoted education sessions
- Access to scholarships for post‑graduate study
- Access to leading training, mentoring and development pathways A welcoming, inclusive and values‑driven workplace. Career progression across a wide variety of specialities within our hospitals. Important Dates Advert closes 17May. Interviews held 3June and 4June. Potential start date 20July. What You Bring Mandatory
- Registered as an Enrolled Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Valid work rights.
- Recent graduate enrolled nurse who has not previously participated in a graduate enrolled nurse transition programme and has not been employed for more than 3 months as an enrolled nurse in Australia or overseas. Desirable
- Demonstrated effective communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously as well as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to utilise the Nursing Process to provide safe, evidence‑based nursing care to patients in an acute care environment.
- Participation in ongoing professional development of self and others. Benefits
- Not‑for‑profit salary packaging options, discounted health insurance and gym memberships.
- Paid parental leave.
- Training, development pathways and career opportunities.
- Flexible hours that make sense for you.
- Proud to be a leader in gender equality. Contact For more information, please contact our Graduate Nurse Coordinator Vanessa Grosse at . #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rvtnn