Graduate Registered Nurse

Southern Highlands Graduate Program is a structured pathway that supports your transition from graduate to confident, skilled practitioner. Our program is delivered over two distinct stages;

• Year 1: Explore Your Potential: Gain diverse experience through rotations in various clinical settings, including Medical, Surgical, Perioperative, Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics, Recovery and Day Surgery.
• Year 2: Focus Your Expertise: Tailor your development year to your chosen specialty, receiving dedicated mentoring and support to refine your skills and advance your career.

Benefits

• Pay rate: Attractive hourly rate of $40.24 as a Graduate Registered Nurse
• Job security: Start your career with the stability of a guaranteed permanent contract
• Transfer: Australia wide hospital transfer opportunities following your graduate year

Why Ramsay Health Care?

Ramsay Health Care, Australia's leading private healthcare provider with over 70 hospitals nationwide, offers a unique opportunity for graduate nurses and midwives. We're more than just a healthcare provider; we're a launchpad for your professional success.

Why Southern Highlands Private Hospital?

Southern Highlands Private Hospital offers graduates the opportunity to begin their nursing career in a welcoming regional hospital where you'll feel valued from day one. You'll gain exposure to a diverse range of clinical specialties while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a close-knit community. Supported by dedicated educators, preceptors and team leaders, you'll have the guidance and encouragement needed to transition confidently into practice. Southern Highlands provides the perfect balance of professional growth, meaningful connections and support as you take the first major step in your nursing career.

Qualifications

• Have completed or are on track to complete your Bachelor of Nursing.
• Eligible for AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse by February 2027
• Hold valid Australian work rights.

Additional Information

• Applicants will be required to complete a Working With Children Check and meet Ramsay’s immunisation requirements.
• Applications close at 11:55PM AEST 6th Sep 2026

Please Note:

Ramsay Health Care is committed to Child Safety. Details of our commitment are set out in our Code of Conduct, available at www.ramsayhealth.com.au.

Applications made by recruitment agencies will not be considered.