Join Our Team at Rochester and Elmore District Health Service

‘Caring for our Community’

Registered Nurse Graduate Program 2026

Fixed Term Part-Time or Full Time (27/01/2026- 31/01/2027)

Applications are now open for Rochester and Elmore District Health Service (REDHS) Registered Nurse Graduate Program 2026.

✅ Are you ready to kickstart your nursing career as a Registered Nurse in a supportive and rewarding environment?

✅ Are you looking to make a real impact in a supportive rural community?

About the Program:

The objective of our Graduate Registered Nurse Program at REDHS is to support you in your first year of nursing practice. Working across our Acute, Community Nursing and Aged Care Services, you will have the opportunity to consolidate your clinical skills whilst gaining valuable experience providing care in a variety of settings.

Graduates will benefit from interactive study days, career guidance, and regular debriefs throughout the year.

With the support of a dedicated Clinical Educator, you’ll be guided through your graduate program with ongoing check-ins from nurse managers and educators. REDHS also offers numerous professional development opportunities.

What the Program Offers You:

✔ Flexible Part-Time and Full-Time positions

✔ The chance of ongoing, permanent employment contract

✔ Choice of two rotations across our Acute Services (including Community Nursing) and Yalukang Aged Care

✔ Exceptional educational support at the bedside

✔ Development and networking events

Selection Criteria:

Eligibility for registration as a registered nurse with the Nurses and Midwives board (AHPRA)

Applicants are required to register with PMCV Allocation and Placement Services Home - Graduate Nurse Midwifery Program (pmcv.com.au) and note REDHS Graduate program as a preference

Be able to undertake full or part time employment on a seven-day rotating roster

Have a high level of interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Enthusiasm and a can do attitude

Further information can be obtained by contacting Charmaine Miller, Clinical Education and Staff Development Officer on 03 5484 4465 or by email [email protected]

For a Position Description that contains full details of the position, go to https://www.redhs.com.au/working-with-redhs/current-vacancies/ or email [email protected]

APPLY NOW: Applications will be assessed upon receipt and if a suitable applicant is found, the position will close prior to the advertised closing date.

Please indicate on your application your availability of EFT / hours per fortnight.

How to Apply:

Go to https://www.redhs.com.au/working-with-redhs/current-vacancies/ or Email [email protected] for a copy of the Position Description and Employment Application form

Complete the Employment Application form

Complete your application on Seek including uploading resume and cover letter including selection criteria if applicable

About REDHS

Rochester and Elmore District Health Service (REDHS) is situated in Rochester which is the gateway to the mighty Murray River region and close to the regional centres of Echuca, Bendigo and Shepparton.

We are an integrated rural health service, providing a broad range of acute, residential aged care, preventative and primary health programs to a population of approximately 8,600 people in the Campaspe and Bendigo Shires.

We enjoy a strong relationship with our community and we are focused on delivering services that meet their needs.

Following the flood in October 2022, we commenced an extensive rebuild of our facility which was completed in January 2025.

Why do our staff like working for us?

When you join REDHS you are more than just a number, you are valued at REDHS and are part of our caring journey for our community.

At REDHS we provide a safe well-resourced environment that enables our staff to focus on providing great care

Our workplace culture is inclusive and diverse and is centred around team connectedness, the provision of safe-quality care, developing our workforce and supporting their well-being

We have an onsite café that serves great coffee and you can enjoy a laugh at our social functions!

What are the benefits for you?

We offer competitive rates of pay

You will have access to generous salary packaging options which means you pay less tax and keep more of your pay

There are many learning and development opportunities on offer including an onsite educator and access to study leave

You will achieve a better work/life balance through flexible work practices including the option to purchase additional annual leave

We have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program that extends to your immediate family

You will have free use of our onsite gymnasium

To keep our residents and clients safe, applicants must be willing to provide a current Police Check, Working with Children Check, and a current influenza vaccination.

All REDHS employees need the ability to clock on and off for shifts using a mobile phone App.

REDHS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. REDHS recognises the value of the diversity and strength of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures to the heritage of all Australians and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.