JOB DETAILS

Graduate Enrolled Nurse

CompanyRamsay Health Care
LocationMelbourne
Work ModeOn Site
PostedAugust 9, 2026
About The Company
Ramsay Health Care is a trusted provider of private hospital and healthcare services in Australia, Europe and the United Kingdom. Every year, millions of patients put their trust in Ramsay, confident in our ability to deliver safe, high-quality healthcare with outstanding clinical outcomes. We operate hundreds of hospitals, day surgeries, primary care clinics, mental health services, diagnostics and imaging centres across eight countries. Ramsay’s integrated health services are also available at home and in the community through personalised cancer and cardiac care, psychology, allied health, virtual monitoring and telehealth. Ramsay employs more than 90,000 of the best people in healthcare and supports a wide range of teaching, training and research. We are guided by our longstanding purpose of ‘people caring for people’ and driven by our vision to be a leading healthcare provider of the future.
About the Role

Job Description

Ramsay's 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, mental health, perioperative care, maternity and critical care. Discover your passions and build a strong foundation of clinical skills.
  • 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 $38.15 as a Graduate Enrolled 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 Waverley Private Hospital?

Waverley Private Hospital offers graduates a supportive and collaborative environment where you'll be encouraged to grow both personally and professionally. As a well-established hospital with a broad range of medical and surgical specialties, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience while working alongside experienced clinicians. With structured education, dedicated graduate support and experienced preceptors guiding you throughout the program, you'll build confidence, strengthen your clinical skills and build a strong foundation for your nursing career. If you're looking for a welcoming team that is passionate about supporting the next generation of nurses, Waverley Private Hospital is the perfect place to begin your graduate journey.

Qualifications

  • Have completed or are on track to complete your Diploma in Nursing. 
  • Eligible for AHPRA registration as an Enrolled 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.

  • Compensation: up to AUD 38.15 - hourly
    • Key Skills
    Clinical skillsNursingMedical careSurgical careMental healthPerioperative careMaternity careCritical carePatient careMentoring
    Categories
    Healthcare
    Benefits
    Job securityPermanent contractAustralia wide hospital transfer opportunitiesStructured educationDedicated graduate supportMentoring
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The graduate nurse will participate in a structured two-stage program involving clinical rotations across various specialties to build foundational skills. They will receive dedicated mentoring and support to transition into a confident practitioner and focus on a chosen specialty in the second year.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    0-2
    💼Company Size
    11982
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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