We are a growing regional hospital where passionate and committed nurses make great things happen.

Applications are invited to join our 2024 Graduate Registered Nurse Program and gain a permanent ongoing position at BRHS. This program offers a fantastic opportunity to be supported to consolidate your knowledge and pursue your career in your potential area of interest. Choose BRHS for lifestyle, career and community!

The position: Ongoing, 0.6 – 1.0 EFT by negotiation. Mid-Year entry 2024.

The program:

BRHS offers a 12-month single program providing the opportunity to consolidate practice in various areas in the clinical settings, including a potential primary health care rotation at Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) in Lakes Entrance. Rotations are available in; Medical/Surgical Tambo ward, Medical/Palliative/Paediatrics Rotamah ward, Rehabilitation/ AOD Flanagan ward and Aged Care. Specialty rotations may be available in; Emergency, Medical Imaging, Perioperative areas and Midwifery (dual degree graduates only). Specialty rotations are possible depending on available EFT and graduate suitability.

Benefits of the program:

• You will experience 2 x 6-month rotations across the Health Service and potentially one off-site rotation to GLCH.
• Enjoy a personalized learning program supported by experienced health professionals who are dedicated to seeing you grow and succeed in your Graduate Registered Nurse year.
• You will be encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills throughout the program and into your nursing career.
• You will also benefit from regular study days, debrief sessions, as well as being assigned a mentor to support your induction and development over the year.
• At completion of the Graduate Program, you will have the option of choosing either to participate in our Transition Program or apply for ongoing employment in an area of your choice according to available EFT.

What you need?

• Having completed within the last 12 months or nearing completion of Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Nursing/Bachelor of Midwifery and AHPRA registration as Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse and Midwife. Candidates with pending AHPRA registration are also welcome to apply.
• Demonstrated knowledge in the steps required to provide safe, professional, person-centred care.
• Ability to recognise and respond to a patient/ resident whose condition is deteriorating.
• Ability to contribute to a high functioning team.

How to apply:

• Applications are to be submitted via the job listing at www.brhs.com.au/careers/current-vacancies and are to include:
• A cover letter outlining why you wish to participate in this Program and your potential specialty interest
• Responses to the skills, knowledge and attributes – key selection criteria listed in the position description
• Resume with photo attached
• Certified recent Academic Transcripts
• Certified copies of your last 2 clinical appraisals (one must be 3rd year, excluding mental health)
• Name and contact details of 2 clinical supervisors from a student placement such as Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Clinical Nurse Educator or Clinical Facilitator.

Interested?

Applications close: Sunday 19th May 2024.

For more information contact: Liz Barlow, Learning Support and Development Manager on 03 5150 3611

Find out more about our Gaduate Registered Nurse Program here

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