Program Details
Program Aim
The Graduate Nurse Program aims to facilitate your transition from a novice nurse practitioner to a confident, competent registered nurse. During this program graduates are supported by the clinical expertise of her/his colleagues, graduate support nurses, clinical educators, preceptors, and graduate mentors. It is a structured program of paid study days and debriefing sessions that focus on clinical decision-making, patient management and professional practice.
Program Duration
53 weeks, rotating shifts including nights, public holidays and weekends.
Non Unit-Based Hours
- Hospital Orientation - at commencement of program
- Supernumerary Days - at commencement of each rotation
- Eight Paid Study days - throughout the year
- Regular debriefing sessions (timeouts)
Intakes
September 2008
January 19th, May 4th and August 31st 2009
Award
Program certificate, stating duration of program and date of completion will be presented at the conclusion of the program.
Employment
One (1) year contract as RN Div 1, Grade 1, Year 1.
Part-time and full-time positions are available.
Position Description