Registered Nurse Graduate Program

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region.Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

2027 Graduate Registered Nurse Program - BRHS – January Intake 12 Month Contract

Why Choose a Graduate Registered Nurse Program at BRHS:

We offer a personalised learning program supported by experienced health professionals who are dedicated to seeing you grow and succeed in your Graduate year.

• Our goal is for you to acquire, experience and build knowledge within a supportive environment, enabling you to become a competent, confident, accountable and professional health care practitioner.
• We aim to equip our Graduate Registered Nurses with the skills and confidence to successfully initiate known theory with practice within the health care setting.
• You will be encouraged to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills throughout the Program and into your career.  
• You will receive regular study days, education sessions, debrief sessions and be assigned a mentor to support your induction and development.
• At the completion of the fixed-term 12-month Graduate Program you may apply to participate in our Transition Program or apply for ongoing employment in an area of your choice according to available EFT.

Our Program:

BRHS offers a single program providing the opportunity to consolidate practice in various areas in the clinical settings, including a potential primary health care rotation to our East Gippsland partner Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) in Lakes Entrance.

• 12-month program commencing January 2027
• On successful completion of the Graduate program, you will be eligible to apply for our Transition to Practice Program
• 0.6 - 1.0 EFT by negotiation
• 2 x 6-month rotational positions throughout the hospital
• Rotations are available in; Tambo Medical/Surgical ward or the mixed Medical/Palliative/Rehabilitation ward. Specialty rotations may be available in; Emergency, Perioperative areas and Midwifery (dual degree graduates only), with the opportunity to indicate your preference. Off-site primary health care rotation also available

Read our full program brochure at Graduate Registered Nurse Program | Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (brhs.com.au)

Refer to the position description here.

Interested? For more information contact: Nicole Smith, Clinical Nurse Team Leader on 03 5150 3617

How to Apply:

All applicants must ensure they complete the 2-step process:

1. Apply to PMCV (https://gnmp.pmcv.com.au) using the applicant portal
2. Apply directly to Bairnsdale Regional Health Service as per below

BRHS application to include:

• Responses to key selection criteria listed in the position description
• A resume (with photo attached)
• Certified Academic Transcript
• Certified copies of your last 2 clinical appraisals (1 must be from 3rd year)
• Name and contact details of 2 clinical references that must be a clinical supervisor from a student placement such as Nurse unit manager, Clinical nurse consultant, clinical nurse educator or clinical facilitator

Applications close: Wednesday 1st July 2026 at 5pm

Applications are to be submitted by selecting “Apply Now”

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At BRHS, we recognise that diversity strengthens our workforce, enhances our services and enriches the communities we serve.  We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, feels safe, valued and supported.  Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please contact us at people.culture@brhs.com.au

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