Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program

Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program

Classification: Enrolled Nurse Level 2

Commencement: February 2026

Employment Type: Part-time positions available (0.6 EFT to 0.8 EFT)

Graduate Program: 12-month supported Graduate Program

Future Opportunities: Offer of ongoing employment following successful completion of the Graduate Program

Yarrawonga Health is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Enrolled Nurse graduates to join our 12-month Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program commencing February 2026.

This structured and supportive program offers rotations across Acute Services and Residential Aged Care Services providing graduates with the opportunity to consolidate clinical skills build confidence and develop a strong foundation for a rewarding nursing career in rural health.

About the Graduate Program

The Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program is designed to:

• Increase confidence and strengthen your clinical skills base
• Develop your ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Enhance decision-making and critical thinking skills
• Support your transition into professional nursing practice
• Enable you to enjoy and build a sustainable nursing career

The program also includes supported professional development days delivered alongside other graduate nurses within the region.

About the Role

The Enrolled Nurse is a clinical role responsible for providing high-quality nursing care to patients residents and clients of Yarrawonga Health under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or appropriate supervisor.

Practice will be undertaken in line with the Enrolled Nurse scope of practice as defined by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Clinical skills and knowledge will reflect the nurses level of training any additional clinical endorsements (such as medication administration or advanced clinical skills training) and experience.

Please note: Clinical staff may be required to work across different areas of the service during periods of roster shortage.

Key Selection Criteria

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Achievement of Enrolled Nurse competencies as prescribed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including National Health Reform National Safety and Quality Health Service Standards and Aged Care Standards
• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality clinical care in accordance with Yarrawonga Health policies procedures and values
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to patient advocacy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

About You

You are passionate about continuing to grow your nursing career within the rural health sector. You are solution-focused motivated to make a difference and align your practice with organisational and divisional goals. You build trust with clients through compassion professionalism and diligence.

We are seeking individuals who are dedicated reliable and demonstrate a genuine passion for helping others. Successful applicants will embody Yarrawonga Healths values:

• Respect We are accepting and inclusive of the needs expectations beliefs and confidentiality of all people
• Excellence We strive to deliver the highest standards and best outcomes every time
• Integrity We are open honest transparent and accountable for our actions
• Compassion We are empathetic and responsive to the individual needs of every consumer and their families
• Collaboration We work as one team to deliver the best health outcomes for all consumers

Yarrawonga Health offers supportive mentoring education and professional development opportunities. Salary packaging is available for all staff.

For more informationregarding the role contact:Michelle Cox Education Coordinator via email

All employment with Yarrawonga Health is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check and NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Yarrawonga Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Please submit your application including a cover letter resume and responses to the key selection criteria found inthe position description.

Applications are assessed upon receipt with a closing date 15th February 2026