Job Description:
WHO ARE WE?
We are part of the group (SVHA), Australia's largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider. At St Vincent’s Private Hospital Northside and Brisbane, we are especially committed to delivering excellent care, pursuing cutting-edge research, and embracing new and emerging technologies and therapeutics to ensure we remain at the forefront of medicine in Australia, as well as abroad. Our Graduate Nurses are an integral part of a team, passionate about making a difference to the lives of those you care for, while making a positive contribution to the overall standard of care delivered. You will join a team of highly skilled multidisciplinary professionals, and your enthusiasm and commitment will be highly valued within a supportive team setting.
At St Vincent’s, we’re committed to your professional growth. Join a friendly, supportive, and highly skilled healthcare team where you’ll be encouraged to expand your knowledge, develop your clinical expertise, and become one of our outstanding clinicians — all while working in a positive and collaborative environment.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Join the St Vincent’s Private Hospital Brisbane (SVPHB) Graduate Registered Nurse Program in February 2026, with exciting opportunities to work within a sub-acute hospital environment. Are you drawn to a specific sub-acute care specialty? We offer the following sub-acute specialties: Rehabilitation, Medical, Pain Services, Palliative Care and Geriatric Medical Services.
Our Graduate Registered Nurse Program commences February 2026 with completion in February 2027 offering a 52-week, fixed term, 0.84 FTE position.
You will find more information at
To learn more about our Graduate Program, join our online information session on:
Friday, the 10th October at 12pm via Microsoft Teams for a brief overview of what our program offers followed by Q & A session with the Graduate Program Coordinator. This information session is optional, therefore we recommend that you don’t delay submission of your application.
Microsoft Teams details are:
Meeting ID: 452 962 653 018 1
Passcode: X5JD7Rf2
What works for you:
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle, wellbeing, and professional growth
Competitive salary packaging options up to $15,990 per annum & Novated leasing available
Optional Meals and Entertainment card up to $2,650 per annum
Work with Australia’s largest not-for-profit health and aged care provider, known for its progressive and rapidly growing vision
50% discount on Postgraduate Study through the University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Elizabeth Fraser Scholarships
What works for us:
Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse prior to program commencement
The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Well-developed skills in delivering compassionate, patient-centred care
Recent clinical placement experience in an acute hospital setting Flexibility to work rostered shifts across a 7-day week, including night shifts after the first 3 months of the program
APPLY NOW! Respectfully, no agencies please. Applications close 19 October 2025
If this is the position for you, please select the APPLY button now and ensure you include your:
1) Current Resume or CV
2) Cover letter of no more than 2 pages addressing your ability to meet the requirements of the role
3) ANSAT interim and final reports from current and previous placement
For any questions, contact Jo Simes (Clinical Education Coordinator) for a confidential discussion on (07) 3326 3670 or via email For a copy of the Position Description, please email
REMUNERATION:
The position of Graduate Registered Nurse, in addition to our competitive salary packaging options, is a Level 1, Year 1, with a base remuneration of $43.59 hourly + superannuation + shift penalties + allowances.
RECONCILLIATION ACTION PLAN:
As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. For further information, visit
REQUIREMENTS:
St Vincent’s Private Hospital has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in
healthcare settings.
You must have working rights in Australia.
Closing Date: 18 October 2025 11:59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
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