Graduate
Nurse Program
Our Graduate Nurse Program is in keeping with the values of Calvary Health Care Bethlehem: Hospitality, Healing, Stewardship and Respect. In practice, it is ‘Being for Others’, recognising the personal worth of each individual, acknowledging talents and skills by providing support, education and mentoring, and creating an atmosphere of willingness to share and engage with one another. The program is consistent with guidelines from the Department of Human Services.
Aims
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To assist the graduate nurse during the transition period in the workforce
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To facilitate consolidation of skills and knowledge required to fulfil role as Division 1 Registered Nurse
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To provide a program that meets the learning needs of the graduate nurse by
maintaining a flexible approach to a structured program
We ask – What do you want out of your graduate nurse program?
By providing two streams in our program, graduate nurses are given the opportunity to develop the skills required to meet their career goals.
Stream A: Inpatient Develop skills and knowledge of general nursing within the inpatient setting |
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Orientation Program
At CHCB we are committed to providing a comprehensive orientation program to facilitate a smooth transition into the workforce. This includes an extensive hospital induction for two days, followed by a thorough orientation to the clinical area including a lengthy supernumerary period. This period is negotiable to meet the needs of the individual nurse.
Clinical Support
Each of the clinical areas has preceptors that are dedicated to the development of the graduate nurse. Graduate nurse are 'buddied up' with their preceptor during the supernumerary period and work closely with them throughout each rotation. The Preceptors chosen for this role hold excellent clinical and teaching skills enabling them to support the graduate nurse as required. The Graduate Nurse Program Coordinator will ensure the graduate nurse is able to reach her or his full potential during the year. By working closely with the graduate nurse, preceptor and nurse manager the coordinator can assist in identifying learning opportunities and tailoring the program to meet the needs of the individual nurse.
Study Days
Five study days are offered throughout the program. Guest speakers from within the hospital, as well as external speakers will provide up to date information to assist the graduate nurse in the specialty units of palliative care and progressive neurological disorders. In addition, each clinical setting also has an active in-service education program.
Ongoing Careers Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the program, participants are encouraged to apply for Grade 2 positions. Opportunities to develop careers in senior clinical, management and education will also be available whilst employed at Calvary Health Care Bethlehem.
Staff Benefits at Calvary Health Care Bethlehem
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Self rostering
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Generous salary packaging
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Free car parking
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Library and access to Internet
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Staff counselling
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Postgraduate study support
Application Process
Calvary Health Care Bethlehem participates in the Nurse Computer Match system. We ask applicants to send their application letter indicating which stream of the program, curriculum vitae, academic transcript, certified copies of two recent 3rd year clinical placement reports, and names of two referees to:
Director of Nursing
Calvary Health Care Bethlehem
476 Kooyong Road, Caulfield VIC 3162
Enquiries are welcome
Contact Illona McArthur, Graduate Nurse Program Coordinator:
9595-3332 or ced@bethlehem.org.au
Applicants should consult the PMCV Nurse Computer Match for the closing date.
Applicants will be contacted to arrange an interview.
