Graduate Nurse Program 2026 - Combined Mental Health StreamJoin to apply for the Graduate Nurse Program 2026 - Combined Mental Health Stream role at The Royal Children's HospitalGraduate Nurse Program 2026 - Combined Mental Health Stream3 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Graduate Nurse Program 2026 - Combined Mental Health Stream role at The Royal Children's HospitalThe HospitalThe Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.The HospitalThe Royal Children’s Hospital’s (RCH) Vision is “A world where all kids thrive”.RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children’s Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children’s Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation.RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870. A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas. The Hospital has more than 6,000 staff, a budget of $850M, 12 wards and 350 beds. Annually, the RCH has 300,000+ Specialist Clinic appointments, 90,000+ Emergency Department presentations and 20,000 elective surgeries.The RCH is committed to the Child Safe Standards .RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.For further Information on RCH is available here .The Graduate Nurse Program 2026 Combined Mental Health StreamOur 2026 Graduate Nurse Program (Combined Mental Health Stream) has been developed for nurses passionate about both general paediatrics and mental health. This program aims to facilitate your transition from a newly graduated Registered Nurse to a competent and confident Registered Nurse, through ongoing learning and development in a safe and supportive environment. The combined General Paediatrics and Mental Health Graduate Program integrates into the RCH's foundational paediatric nursing pathway. Upon completing the two rotations the Graduate Nurse will have the opportunity to identify and select their ongoing clinical pathway.The Program Is Designed To PromoteYoung person-centered, family and recovery-focused mental health careFoundations in trauma-informed care and therapeutic engagementCompetence in paediatric nursing practice and youth mental health nursing practiceEngagement in critical questioning and reflective practiceIntegration into effective multidisciplinary team functioningOur Program Will Include12-month programPart Time 0.8FTEOrientation and preceptorshipSupernumerary timeRegular in-service education and trainingProfessional development daysApplication Process – GNP 2026 (Combined Mental Health Stream)Applications open 10:00 Monday 2nd June 2025Close 17:00 Wednesday 2nd July 2025For further details on the application process GNP 2026 and other essential information, please visit the below link before applying:Nursing Education : Graduate nurses (rch.org.au)There Are Two Steps To The Application ProcessAll applicants must first register via PMCV Allocation and Placement Service: PMCV Allocation and Placement ServiceApply directly to the RCH via the online careers site: Careers Home (rch.org.au)Application FormPlease include the following application documents:This is available as a part of the online application process; you do not need to attach a cover letter as this form replaces the need for a cover letter. Please ensure you complete the 2026 Graduate Nurse- Combined Mental Health Stream Application Form.To download the Application Form, please click here (If you are experiencing issues completing the Application Form please try accessing it via Google Chrome)ResumeYour resume should be no longer than four pages and address the followingContact details (include full name, address, telephone number and email address)Post-secondary school education historyRecent employment history (include responsibilities in each role), Volunteer experienceAny further professional development undertakenProfessional membershipsNo photo required on your resume2nd And 3rd Year AppraisalsPlease provide only the appraisal pagesTwo appraisals are required, this must include one from your most recent placementInclude ANSAT assessment, student reflection page and comments by preceptor (both interim and final assessment)Academic TranscriptsCertified copy of your most recent transcriptsPlease include Grading keyNote: Please ensure all documents are loaded into Application Documents section on the RCH careers site. If they are not loaded into this section, your application will be voidTo view the Position Description, please click hereFor further information about this role please contact Nursing Education email: nursing.education@rch.org.auSelection Process – GNP 2026 (Combined Mental Health Stream)Application documents submitted are assessed by the selection panel in line with the key selection criteria and used to shortlist suitable applicants for interview. Applicants who are selected will be invited to an individual interview and are required to provide references.Applicants selected for an interview will be notified via email only.Successful applicants are subject to a satisfactory Police Check and a current Working with Children Check. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government COVID -19 Vaccination Certificate, as it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.Why work at the RCH?RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact. We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse background, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.It is a requirement of your employment that you be vaccinated against Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children’s Hospital. Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement, it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record and hold vaccination information.It is also a requirement of your employment that you comply with any direction given by The Royal Children’s Hospital that you be vaccinated against, or prove immunity to, any other disease, unless you have a relevant exemptionAre you ready to join our team?Apply online by clicking on the “Apply” buttonApplications close 5pm Wednesday 2nd JulySeniority levelSeniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Royal Children's Hospital by 2xGet notified about new Nurse jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$75,000.00-A$110,000.00 3 weeks agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 16 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoRegistered Nurse - Remote & Offshore (Energy & Resources)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoRegistered Nurse/Registered Midwife Transition to Practice ProgramMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoQuality Manager - Aged Care Melbourne, VICMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoSouth Yarra, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoFrankston, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoSunshine West, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoParkville, Victoria, Australia 16 hours agoForest Hill, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoNorth Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 months agoTullamarine, Victoria, Australia 16 hours agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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