Accelerate your career while enriching the lives of aged care residents in our supportive Aged Care Essentials program. Now hiring in Eastwood (Bairnsdale), we are looking for passionate, newly graduated nurses looking to take their career to the next level. The Aged Care Essentials Program provides a mentoring and supportive environment for you as a newly registered nurse to develop your skills and knowledge. You'll get plenty of opportunities to springboard your career and keep building your experience for further career development.
Over our 12-month program, you'll complete a 'Transition to Professional Practice' (TPP) program that combines formal learning alongside preceptorship and practical clinical placement rotations in one of Bupa's 50+ aged care homes across Queensland, NSW, Victoria, or South Australia.
Our program has a specific focus on leadership, with one quarter of the program dedicated to learning in this area. Not only will you grow, but you'll learn how to empower others to deliver the best quality care.
Bupa Aged Care Essentials program: The program commences in February 2025 and is designed to consolidate your clinical skills and leadership capability in a structured, supportive, and caring environment whilst providing you with mentorship and exposure to the many rewarding facets of a nursing career in aged care.
We have four, 3-month long placements over 12 months, covering the following areas of nursing:
Assessment & care planning of the older person Complex health care needs Caring for residents living with dementia Leadership Benefits of our Aged Care Essentials program: We are excited to welcome passionate nurses to Bupa and develop their careers to leadership and beyond, whilst providing support and development each step of the way.
An expert Clinician who will serve as your on-site Mentor as well as regular virtual support provided by our Quality & Education Team A network of fellow RN Graduate program participants Supportive, dedicated experienced RNs to support and guide your early career development Structured education and professional development Be part of a global organisation, enhancing the person-first model of care into the future Career progression opportunities beyond your graduate year We set you up for success from the outset with our comprehensive Induction and Buddy Program to ease you into your new role Why Bupa? Enjoy our employee health and wellbeing program, Viva Healthier and Happier Subsidised health insurance Care discounts on major retail brands such as Apple, Optus, JB HI FI, New Balance, and our various gym partners Discount on Bupa home, contents, car, travel, pet, and landlord insurance Be recognised and rewarded - with our Bupa Love Reward & Recognition Program Reach for the stars – be heard, have a voice with multiple channels to provide feedback as part of our culture of continuous improvement About you To be eligible for the program you will have the following:
Bachelor of Nursing, with an AHPRA registration High level interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills Clinical knowledge and problem-solving abilities Solid understanding of the professional, ethical, and legal requirements of the role Well-developed time management skills Able to commit to the 12-month duration of the Program To learn more about our beautiful care homes visit: Bupa Eastwood | Aged Care Bairnsdale (bupaagedcare.com.au)
Be at the Heart of It – your new team is ready to welcome you! Just so you know, everyone will be required to complete pre-employment checks as part of the application process.
Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or life stage. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and fostering a workplace and environment that is free of discrimination, bullying, and harassment. If you require any adjustments to participate in our recruitment process, please let us know at the time of your application.
Note: Overseas experienced and Registered Nurses with more than 18 months of experience are not eligible for the Graduate Nurse Program.
Eligibility criteria and conditions apply.
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