Employment Type - Temporary Part Time
Hours per fortnight - 64
Classification - Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 : YP2 RN Grade 2 Year 1
Job Category - RN Div1 / Corangamarah
Req Id - 8563
RESIDENTIAL AGED CARE STREAM GRADUATE NURSE PROGRAM
64 hours per fortnight
(11/01/2027 - 16/01/2028)
Colac Area Health is a unique, integrated health service model, situated in the foothills of the scenic Otway Ranges and close to the Surf Coast. With a catchment of about 30,000 people Colac Area Health meets the needs of those in the Corangamite, Colac Otway and Surf Coast Shires. Colac Area Health is comprised of Acute Care (Medical/Surgical/Maternity/ Haemodialysis), Perioperative Services (Operating Suites/Day Surgery), Residential Aged Care, Urgent Care, Cancer Treatment Centre, Community Nursing including Hospital in the Home, Post Acute Care and Palliative Care and an extensive range of Community Services. The Aim To provide the graduate nurse with a supported year in a dynamic health service to facilitate the transition from tertiary student to a confident and competent Registered Nurse.
The Aim
To provide the graduate nurse with a supported year in a dynamic health service to facilitate the transition from tertiary student to a confident and competent Registered Nurse.
Program Structure
- Commences January 2027
- 0.8 EFT
Clinical Placements
One year in Residential Aged Care and then the option of Acute, Urgent Care or Perioperative second year
Supernumerary elective week placement in areas such as:
Midwifery, Family Services, Community Nursing, Haemodialysis, Perioperative Services, Mental Health
Educational Support
- Preceptors are available to provide support in the clinical environment
- Educators and Clinical Support Nurses are available to provide clinical support, facilitate adaptation to your new role and meet your education needs with regular on-site education opportunities
- Education sessions that are specific to the needs of the graduate nurse are provided Monday - Friday
- Three set study days are provided on-site covering relevant topics
- Online learning environment
Salary and Conditions
Salary is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives - Victorian Public Sector EBA, Salary Packaging is available.
Colac Area Health provides services to staff, such as the social club, employee assistance program, immunisation and smoking cessation.
Colac Area Health is committed to providing employment opportunities and career pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and all people of diverse backgrounds. We aim to provide culturally safe interviews, as part of this we encourage candidates to request support for interview if required. This request can be made to the panel chair when you are invited to Interview.
Future Opportunities
A number of positions exist to enable nursing graduates to continue employment at Colac Area Health on completion of the graduate nurse program. These include Transition to Specialty Programs in Nursing areas such as Emergency, Perioperative, Acute, Community, Haemodialysis and Cancer Services. As well as post graduate courses in Midwifery, Perioperative Services or Emergency Nursing.
Application Process
Applications to be submitted via PeoplePlus and PMCV gnmp.pmcv.com.au by
Wednesday 1st of July 2026 5pm
Email [email protected] for further details.
Application Requirements
A cover letter stating why you wish to participate in the Graduate Nurse Program at Colac Area Health, A concise resume (no more than 3 pages) outlining relevant experience and three professional referees, Two recent clinical evaluations (certified copies), Recent official transcript of results with key of result codes (certified copies).
When registering with PeoplePlus on line please ensure you include a recent photograph in your profile.
The successful applicants will be required to undertake a Victorian Police Check and complete a Statutory Declaration as per the Aged Care Principles prior to commencement of employment.
Diversity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities.
We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and welcomes applications from those who identify as an Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person
We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.
We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.
This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2026 influenza vaccination.
Contact person: Phoebe Fogarty
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (03) 5232 5378
Application closing date: 5.00pm Wednesday 1st July 2026
Are you currently a Colac Area Health employee? If so, please log into the People Plus internal careers site via your applications using your network login. Here you will find the full list of jobs available to you. You can then apply though the internal portal.
