Overview

KDHS provides a comprehensive range of Acute and Extended Care Services to people of all ages.

KDHS is located in the township of Kyabram, in the heart of the Goulburn Valley. KDHS services a township population of approximately 7,300 people. We provide high quality, compassionate, efficient, affordable and accessible person-centered care.

The KDHS Graduate Nurse Program is designed to facilitate the transition from student to confident and competent Endorsed Enrolled Nurse.  It also aims to develop and maintain an effective role in the delivery of care.

This outcome is achieved with:

  • Support provided by the Graduate Nurse Educators.
  • Preceptors.
  • Nurse Unit Managers.
  • Study days.
  • Structured feedback.

Rotations are conducted within the following Clinical Areas:

  • Acute Care, including Urgent Care
  • Aged Care, incorporating Nursing Fundamentals and Leadership
  • District Nursing
  • Perioperative Services including Day Procedure Unit.

Our program commences on the 6th March 2023 and is based over 52 weeks.

Student Accommodation is available on site. For more information regarding our Accommodation and facilities please click here.

Program Content

The Graduate Nursing Program includes the following:

  • Comprehensive Orientation Program.
  • Paid study leave days
  • Supernumerary allocation at the commencement of each Clinical Rotation
  • Completion of a Clinical Project of special interest by the 10th month of the program
  • Formal training in IV Cannulation
  • Eligibility for up to 4 weeks Annual Leave.
  • Clinical supervision provided by Educators, Preceptors and Senior Staff
  • Certificate of Completion

How to Apply

Prospective candidates will need to complete the KDHS Application Package, accessed online via

www.kyhealth.org.au

Candidates will also have to undergo a Panel Interview.

Applications for the 2023 Endorsed Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program must be received by:

20th November 2022

 

For further details please contact:

Education Coordinator/Graduate Coordinator

(03) 5857 0233

Email: sskinner@kyhealth.org.au