Fixed Term Part Time – 64 hours per fortnight Available from 28th February 2026 to 28th August 2026 As a Graduate Enrolled Nurse, you are a vital member of the multidisciplinary health care team. One who uses contemporary standards and evidence to underpin practice and strives to deliver excellent care to patients and their families. You understand the importance of providing person centred care which focuses on the best possible outcomes for your patients. Your interactions with patients, relatives and colleagues are guided by the organisation’s policy framework and values of trust and respect in an environment which continuously identifies opportunities for improving the quality of patient care. The enrolled nurse graduate program is a 6-month transition program that allow the enrolled nurse to transition from student to nurse in a supportive, structured environment. The program will provide ongoing training, development and support whilst enabling the individual to experience the role and responsibilities of an enrolled nurse in both aged care environment and sub-acute environment (3 months each). About you: Successful Completion of a Diploma of Nursing Registered as an Enrolled Nurse with AHPRA Willingness to learn from others and contribute to a positive team environment Ability to apply clinical skills safely and effectively under supervision Strong verbal and written skills for interacting with patients, families and healthcare teams Ability to build rapport and maintain respectful relationships with consumers and colleagues Please click here to view Position Description. About us: Portland District Health (PDH) provides an integrated health service for the community. The hospital was established in 1856 on the current site and now provides a comprehensive range of services that include: • Hospital based Medical and Surgical services, Medical Imaging (Radiology), Pharmacy and Pathology • A 24/7 Urgent Care Centre for emergency treatment • Residential aged care for 30 residents at Harbourside Lodge • An extensive range of primary and community services for the local community PDH delivers services from a single campus, employs around 470 staff with an FTE of approximately 290, and has an active volunteer workforce. The People and Culture Unit sits within the Corporate Services Directorate, with other Units including Finance, Building Services, Food Services, Environmental Services, Executive Support, Administration and Health Information. Additional Benefits: • Salary Packaging • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities • Social Club • Free parking • GMHBA health insurance corporate rate • Flexible working conditions • Employee Assistance program • Wellbeing Initiatives The Region – Glenelg Shire: Appreciate the beautiful surroundings of the Glenelg Shire, trek the Great South West Walk, Bridgewater Bay’s rugged coastline, or explore Budj Bim (a World Heritage site) and Mount Richmond National Park. Affordable coastal, rural and low density urban housing, a choice or private and public primary and secondary school makes Portland an ideal place to work, live and raise a family. To find out more about Portland visit the Glenelg Shire and I Am Portland websites. How to apply: Applications are through PDH website and must include: • A letter which tells us who you are and why you should be our next team member. Look at the selection criteria in the position description for some ideas. • A resume outlining your education, experience and work related achievements. Confirmation your employment and experience have set you up with skills needed to be successful in this role. • Details of at least two professional referees. We will be asking them questions about you as an employee, they need to be able to provide feedback on your performance. Applications from employment agencies may be submitted, however, PDH will not accept liability for the agency costs and fees. The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following: • Police Record Check • Current Victorian Working with Children's' check • Right to work in Australia • Current Immunisation status. This role must meet the requirements of the Portland District Health Immunisation Policy. Proposed interviews will take place on receipt of suitable applications. Portland District Health encourage and welcome applications from First Nation People, people with disability, LGBTQIA people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and mature age people. Apply Now Portland District Health is a public hospital under the Health Services Act. Our role is to provide quality, safe health services to people in the Glenelg Shire. To fulfil this role, Portland District Health offers a range of services, including; acute care through specialised medicine and surgery, urgent care, maternity services and limited children’s services. As an integrated Healthcare organisation, Portland District Health provides a range of services in sub-acute and aged care, population health, primary and community care. View our current vacancies
