Postgraduate Program in Specialty Practice 2026

Registered Nurses Grade 2

Fixed Term Part-Time Roles Available

About the role
Grampians Health invites dedicated and driven Registered Nurses to embark on a transformative journey through our Postgraduate Program in Specialty Practice. Elevate your nursing career and specialise in the field of Critical Care, Cardiac Care, Emergency, Oncology, Midwifery, Paediatrics, and Perioperative nursing. This program offers a unique opportunity to enhance your clinical expertise and contribute to the advancement of healthcare. Opportunities are available at either the Ballarat or Horsham campus.

The postgraduate clinical employment is 52 weeks for between 48 - 64 hours per fortnight (dependent on the specialty stream) and is expected to commence in January - February 2026.

Why Choose Grampians Health?

·Specialisation: Immerse yourself in comprehensive training that delves into your chosen specialty. Our expert faculty and facilities ensure an enriching learning experience.

·Clinical experience: Gain hands-on experience with a dedicated 52-week clinical employment, allowing you to refine your skills and make a significant impact in your chosen field.

·Supportive Environment: Join a nurturing team that fosters professional growth and collaboration. Benefit from mentorship opportunities and connect with likeminded peers.

·Pathway to Excellence: Grampians Health values your ambition. Upon successful completion of the program, doors open to a plethora of exciting career opportunities.

To see a full copy of the Position Description please click here.

Successful recruitment is dependent on acceptance at relevant affiliated universities to which direct applications are necessary.

Interested?

Applications close COB Sunday 31 August 2025.

A cover letter must clearly state the area of specialty practice your application relates to.

To apply for your desired stream please apply via our careers portal using the links below:

Horsham

· 2519 - Registered Nurse Grade 2 - Postgraduate Program – Midwifery Stream

· 2531 - Registered Nurse Grade 2 - Postgraduate Program – Critical Care Stream

· 2532 - Registered Nurse Grade 2 - Postgraduate Program – Perioperative Stream

Diversity and Inclusion
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.

All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.

Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.