Embarking on your journey as a Registered Nurse is an exciting step, and choosing the right graduate program is crucial for your future success. If you’re passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives and are looking for an aged care graduate nurse program in QLD, Bupa offers exceptional opportunities to grow your career while providing person-first care.
At Bupa, we understand the vital role nurses play in aged care. As trusted healthcare professionals, our teams across Australia provide dedicated care and support to over 5,000 residents. Our Registered Nurse Graduate Programs are specifically designed to empower you to have a meaningful impact on the clinical outcomes and overall well-being of our residents. You’ll be an integral part of our unique, person-centered approach to care, collaborating closely with clinical leaders, nurse practitioners, and a supportive team.
In our Queensland care homes, our person-first philosophy is at the heart of everything we do. This approach enables you to build genuine relationships with residents, ensuring their individual needs, preferences, and feelings are central to the clinical care you provide. This focus not only enhances the quality of care but also provides immense personal and professional satisfaction as you see the direct positive impact of your work.
As of 2024, we proudly offer two distinct Registered Nurse Graduate programs, each thoughtfully structured to provide you with the experience, skills, and support necessary to excel in your nursing career within the aged care sector in Queensland and beyond.
Registered Nurse Graduate Program (24 Months) in Queensland
Bupa’s comprehensive 24-month graduate program offers an unparalleled supportive environment where you can cultivate your nursing skills and knowledge. Through structured training, dedicated mentorship, and regular progress check-ins, you’ll be guided every step of the way. This extended program is ideal for graduates seeking a deeper immersion into aged care nursing and a broader range of experiences.
Over the course of this two-year program, you will be based in one of Bupa’s numerous aged care homes across Queensland, as well as NSW, Victoria, or South Australia. Unique to this program is a valuable 3-month placement in an acute care setting with our esteemed partner, Ramsay Health. This first-of-its-kind graduate program component provides you with diverse experience across different healthcare environments, enhancing your overall skillset and career prospects.
Registered Nurse Graduate Program (12 Months) – Aged Care Essentials in QLD
Our Aged Care Essentials program, a 12-month aged care graduate nurse program in QLD, is specifically tailored to provide newly registered nurses with robust mentoring and a supportive framework to rapidly develop essential skills and knowledge in the aged care sector. This intensive program is designed to quickly springboard your career, providing ample opportunities to build experience and establish a strong foundation for future career advancement within aged care nursing.
This program is perfect for graduates who are eager to quickly specialize in aged care and make an immediate impact. You’ll gain invaluable experience and confidence, setting you up for continued growth and leadership opportunities in your nursing career.
Discover More About Bupa’s Graduate Nurse Programs
Are you driven to enrich the lives of elderly residents and build a fulfilling and meaningful career as a Registered Nurse? Bupa’s aged care graduate nurse program in QLD offers the perfect pathway.
Our 12-month program includes a comprehensive ‘Transition to Professional Practice’ (TPP) program. This combines structured formal learning with preceptorship and practical clinical placements in one of Bupa’s many aged care homes across Queensland, NSW, Victoria, or South Australia. Notably, our program dedicates a significant portion – one quarter – to leadership development. This focus ensures you not only experience personal growth but also learn how to empower others to deliver the highest quality of care, becoming a leader in your nursing practice.
Program Structure and Timeline
Please note: The program components are indicative and subject to change. We encourage you to discuss the current program inclusions when you apply for the most up-to-date information.
Benefits of Bupa’s Graduate Nurse Program
By choosing Bupa’s aged care graduate nurse program in QLD, you will learn from the best in the aged care industry and receive unwavering support to gain experience across various disciplines within aged care nursing. This comprehensive exposure will set you up for exceptional career progression, both within Bupa and in your broader nursing career. We also offer a range of incentives to support you throughout your learning journey with Bupa.
*Please note: Components of the quarterly learning and activities may be adjusted at our discretion. For detailed information, please contact [email protected].
Support for Graduates Includes:
- Continuous feedback through Net Promoter Score and Clinical Evaluation Surveys
- Regular recognition through “Good News/Spotlight Stories” shared internally and externally
- A structured welcome program featuring a welcome pack, dedicated time, and check-ins with both the Regional Manager and General Manager
- Leadership development opportunities, including a leadership round table, Managing Director introduction at induction, and introductions to RN Grad Alumni
- A personalized learning plan for all RN Graduates
- Ongoing education provided by Regional Managers and General Managers
- Dedicated Mentors to guide and support your development
- A Graduation event to celebrate your achievement
Health and Lifestyle Benefits at Bupa
We value our team members and are committed to supporting their well-being both professionally and personally. Bupa offers a range of health and lifestyle benefits to ensure our people are happy and healthy, both inside and outside of work.
Learn more about the benefits of working at Bupa >
Bupa is dedicated to fostering a safe and inclusive workplace where every team member feels a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and provide equal opportunities, regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or life stage. We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination, bullying, and harassment. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply.
We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Graduates to apply for this program. Our dedicated First Nations Candidate Experience team is available to provide support throughout the application process if needed. For more information, please visit our First Nations Careers page.
Program Intake Dates for QLD
Intake Dates:
- 25 Feb 2025
- 27 May 2025
- 26 Aug 2025
- 25 Nov 2025
Applications are open now for all available intakes. Don’t miss this opportunity to launch your nursing career with a leading aged care graduate nurse program in QLD at Bupa.
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