Kerang District
Health Graduate Nurse Program
Kerang District Health delivers a diverse range of inpatient, outpatient, aged care and community health service to the Gannawarra Shire and surrounding areas.
Application Process:
FOR REGISTERED NURSES
The 2025 Registered nurse graduate program application process
Step 1: Apply online via the Graduate Nursing and Midwifery program website https://gnmp.pmcv.com.au/
Step 2: Apply directly with Kerang District Health via email [email protected] . Applications must include
- A cover letter
- CV
- Copy of academic transcript to date
- 2 clinical appraisals from placement
- Referee check x 2 completed as part of the PMCV GNMP application process
- Participate in the PMCV video between the 1st and the 4th of July
FOR ENROLLED NURSES
The 2025 enrolled nurse graduate program application process
Step 1: Apply directly with Kerang District Health via email [email protected] . Applications must include
- A cover letter
- CV
- Copy of academic transcript to date
- 2 clinical appraisals from placement
- Name of 3 referees
Program Structure:
FOR REGISTERED NURSES
The 12 month fixed term program offers a structured learning program and the ability to complete rotations through Acute Ward, District Nursing, theatre and Residential Aged Care Facility with the potential to gain exposure to our Medical Clinic and Oncology Services. The graduate program run for 12 months and nurses are employed at 0.8 FTE (8 shifts per fortnight)
FOR ENROLLED NURSES
The 12 month fixed term program offers a structured learning program and the ability to complete rotations through Acute Ward and Residential Aged Care Facility with the potential to gain exposure to our Medical Clinic, District Nursing, Theatre and Oncology Services. The graduate program run for 12 months and nurses are employed at 0.8 FTE (8 shifts per fortnight)
Opportunities and Benefits:
- Graduate nurse study days, in a brand new state of the art simulation room
- Dedicated supernumerary days for each rotation
- Ongoing permanent contracts post probationary period (application required)
- Professional development opportunities including the opportunity to become competent at cannula insertion, Advanced Life Support and introductory triage.
- Regular debrief sessions with other Graduate Nurses
- Access to regular feedback from Clinical Educators and Nurse Unit Managers.
- Minimum of 4 paid study days
- Salary packaging benefits including Remote Area Housing and Fuel
- Discounted Accommodation within close proximity to the health service
- Employee assistance program
- Free car parking.
- Inclusive and welcoming community
Our ideal candidates are:
- Aligned to the core values of Kerang District Health;
- Have a passion for rural health;
- Committed to delivering excellent patient focused care;
- Demonstrated team players;
- Committed to learning and delivering excellent patient care
- Committed to providing safe clinical care.
