JOB DETAILS

Graduate Registered Nurse

CompanyRamsay Health Care
LocationAdelaide
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

Adelaide Clinic'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 across various specialty areas of mental health, including: inpatient and outpatient, acute mental health, ECT, Illicit substances, elderly services, and community mental health. 
  • 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 $38.42 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 Ramsay Clinic Adelaide? 

Adelaide Clinic offers graduates a supportive and collaborative environment where you can build confidence and develop your skills in mental health nursing. Our facility understands how important the early stages of your nursing career are, which is why you'll be encouraged to ask questions, embrace new learning opportunities and grow your confidence at your own pace. Throughout your graduate journey, you'll receive personalised support from our dedicated preceptors, educators and ward staff who are committed to your development. If you're passionate about mental health nursing and want to begin your career in a team where you'll feel supported, valued and encouraged to succeed, we'd love to welcome you to Adelaide Clinic! 

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.

  • Compensation: up to AUD 38.42 - hourly
    • Key Skills
    Mental health nursingInpatient careOutpatient careAcute mental healthECTSubstance abuse supportElderly servicesCommunity mental healthClinical documentationPatient assessmentNursing care
    Categories
    HealthcareSocial Services
    Benefits
    Job securityPermanent contractAustralia wide hospital transfer opportunitiesMentoringProfessional development
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    The graduate nurse will rotate through various mental health specialty areas including inpatient, outpatient, and community services. They will receive dedicated mentoring to refine clinical skills and transition into a confident practitioner.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    0-2
    💼Company Size
    11982
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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