Graduate Enrolled Nurse (EN) Program
Are you a recently graduated Enrolled Nurse ready to commence your career?
Our 12-month Enrolled Nurse Program will support you to become a confident health professional and valued member of the health care team in a great learning environment.
We offer many opportunities to continue to develop your skills and confidence with supportive managers, preceptors, educators and clinical support nurses as you begin a rewarding career in nursing.
Program Information
Intakes & Rotations
- Two intakes per year commencing in March and September
- 12-month program consisting of two 6-month rotations
- Optional third rotation in an acute setting via expression of interest (program extension)
Clinical Areas
First rotation
- Residential Aged Care
Second rotation
- Geriatric Evaluation Management (GEM)
- Rehabilitation
Optional third rotation (program extension)
- Acute Ward
- Application via expression of interest on completion of second rotation.
Campuses
- Angliss Hospital, Ferntree Gully
- Maroondah Hospital, Ringwood East
- murrenda, Wantirna
- Peter James Centre, Burwood
- Wantirna Health, Wantirna
Eligibilty
- Formal qualification leading to condition free AHPRA registration as an Enrolled Nurse
Applying for Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program
Recruitment is now open for our 2026 Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program – General Pathway.
The next intake commences in early March 2026.
Applications close Sunday, 9th November 2025
Your questions answered
Can I request my intake and ward preference?
Yes, you will be provided with a survey prior to commencement to place preferences for your intake and area. You are employed as an Eastern Health employee so your location may be at any of our sites, however we take preferences and residential locations into consideration.
How many study days will I receive?
You’ll receive three paid study days during your program.
How may supernumerary days will I receive?
You’ll receive six supernumerary days to support you in your transition.
How do I apply?
Applications to the Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program are via application to advertised positions on the Eastern Health careers portal.
We will provide links and further information through our social media channels (@easternhealthlearners).
I'm an international student, can I apply?
Yes, international students (Victorian or Australian trained) with a Diploma of Nursing qualification can apply for a position in our graduate programs.
Please ensure you are eligible for a visa with full working rights for the duration of your graduate program.
Want to know more?
Watch our informaton video above to hear from our Graduate Coordinator and learn more about Eastern Health’s Enrolled Nurse Graduate program and how we support you as you transition into your new career.
The video includes:
- An overview of the Enrolled Nurse Graduate Program
- How to apply and what documents to include with your application
- The opportunities available to you during and after your graduate program
- Answers to frequently asked questions with our EN Graduate Coordinator
Have a specific question? Email us and we’ll get right back to you!
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