Looking for your next step after graduating? Take advantage of a Grad year at our Cairns care home! At Bupa Aged Care, we are committed to attracting the best nurses who are passionate about aged care.
As part of our commitment, we are excited to offer opportunities for Registered Nurses with less than 18 months experience to participate in our August intake of our Graduate Nurse Program.
Our Graduate Program: Our Graduate Program is open for newly graduated Registered Nurses - within 18 months of graduation.
Places in our Program are offered on a full-time basis, working 38 hours per week.
Note: If you are unable to commit to 38 hours a week, we may be able to consider a commitment of a minimum of 30 hours a week pending placement availability.
Our Program which commences on the 21st August 2024, 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.
Our Graduate Program includes 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 Plus you will enjoy the following: $5 K relocation payment $10 K retention payment - paid in 4 quarterly instalments in your first year $10 K retention payment - after 24 months (2 years) Viva Healthier and Happier – Explore our new global Employee Wellbeing Program here.
Fully Subsidised Health Insurance Option to Salary Sacrifice your Superannuation Eligibility for further incentives following your second year with Bupa Opportunity to transfer to one of our many other national care homes at the end of the Graduate Program Care Discounts on major retail brands ; Apple, Optus, JB HI FI, New Balance and our various Gym partners Discount on Insurance - Home, Contents and Landlord Insurance, Car Insurance, Travel Insurance, Pet 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 Sponsorship opportunities available to eligible workers Paid Parental Leave Employee Referral Program – Earn a bonus for referring someone to join our Bupa Family! Benefits of our Graduate Program The opportunity to experience being part of an organisation whose people and residents are at the heart of all that we do.
In addition to this, you will have access to: 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 RN's to support and guide your early career development Opportunity to complete a 3 month rotation in one of our regional care homes (incentives apply) Structured education and professional development Be part of a global organisation, enhancing 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 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 About the care home Bupa Cairns is situated in the quiet residential suburb of Mooroobool and is close to all that Cairns CBD has to offer.
It consists of 151 beds, with various care units such as dementia, respite, and palliative.
Our primary goal is placing our focus on the health, lifestyle and well-being of our residents.
For more information, please visit: Bupa Cairns | Aged Care Cairns (bupaagedcare.com.au) Be at the Heart of It – your new team is ready to welcome you! Apply Today! Bupa cares about creating and sustaining a safe and inclusive workplace where our team members feel they belong regardless of gender identity (including how one chooses to express it), ethnicity, disability (physical, mental and/or sensory), 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.
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