Enrolled Nurse - Graduate Program 2025Contract positionPart Time - Fixed Term / 12 Months Commencing 27th January & 17th March 2025Potential for ongoing employmentOverviewKyabram District Health Service (KDHS) is a medium-sized rural health service that delivers a range of programs and services including acute, subacute, residential aged care and allied and primary health care services. KDHS has three campuses located in the townships of Kyabram, Stanhope and Tongala.KDHS is a passionate inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe diversity drives innovation and we will continue to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a reflex and where there is a deep sense of pride, passion and belonging that transcends any role.About the RoleAn exciting opportunity exists for a motivated Enrolled Nurse to join the Graduate Nursing Program in a supportive clinical environment. Graduates in the Enrolled Nursing Graduate program will complete the program in residential aged care to consolidate nursing knowledge and skills.The Graduate Nurse will be provided with the opportunity to attend a structured orientation program, followed by structured study days throughout the program. This program has intakes in January and March, and you can choose to work 0.6-0.8 FTE.The program offers you the opportunity to consolidate nursing theory and practice. You are supported by the Education team, clinical support nurses, nurse unit managers, and nursing and interprofessional colleagues.Our program is designed to:Enable you to use your evidence-based knowledge to achieve quality patient outcomesIncrease your confidence and strengthen your skills baseDevelop your ability to work independently and as a team memberEnhance your decision-making and critical thinking skillsAllow you to enjoy your nursing careerAbout YouCurrent registration with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation AgencyAdministration of Medication Scope of four & five routes for Acute, Aged Care, District Nursing Service or all five for PerioperativeBasic knowledge of patient management and information systemsDemonstrated commitment to ongoing professional developmentHighly developed interpersonal skills and commitment to team objectivesDemonstrated evidence of excellent time management and organisational skillsCompetent computer skills and knowledge of patient management and information technology systemsAbility to work across KDHS in the event of clinical escalationWhat KDHS Can Offer YouKDHS is a compassionate, family-friendly employer where every employee is a valued team member. Inclusive of a perfect work/life balance, KDHS also provides:A dynamic workplaceFree onsite car parkingProfessional Development opportunitiesSalary Sacrifice/PackagingEmployee Assistance Program5 Weeks Annual LeaveFurther InformationDownload a copy of the position description and contact Rachel Drysdale, Education Coordinator on or email her at would like to acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet, the Yorta Yorta and Bangarang people, and we pay our respects to the elders, past, present and emerging.Vaccination against COVID-19 and Influenza (where mandated) is a mandatory requirement for this role.All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and Victorian 'Employee' Working with Children's Check. Completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration is required prior to commencement. KDHS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.Recruitment agencies should note that KDHS does not accept agency resumes. KDHS is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.#J-18808-Ljbffr