Newcastle Private Hospital

Here at Healthscope, in our graduate program, your career means more

At Healthscope, we understand the dedication it takes to reach this milestone in your nursing or midwifery journey. That's why we're here to help you take the next exciting step in your career with our immersive and comprehensive graduate program.

As Australia's only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider, we care for communities nationwide through our network of 37 hospitals offering acute, medical, surgical, mental health, and rehabilitation services.

What makes working with Healthscope different?

In the private healthcare sector, you'll gain hands-on experience while being supported every step of the way. As the primary link between patients and doctors, our nurses and midwives play a vital role in delivering exceptional care. You'll find opportunities to accelerate your career, specialize in areas that inspire you, and enjoy the flexibility that comes from a structured environment.

At Healthscope, we know life doesn't stop outside of work. That's why our leaders create rosters that suit your unique career and life stage.

Newcastle Private Hospital, where doing what you love means more.

Newcastle Private Hospital is a 189-bed, acute, private hospital facility co-located on the John Hunter Campus at Rankin Park. The hospital has 11 theatres, including a hybrid theatre, and a 15-bed Intensive Care Unit. It also has a cardiac suite, including a cardiac catheter laboratory and a 16-bed Coronary Care Unit. A private maternity suite, including 6 birthing suites and a special care baby nursery, is available for families in the Newcastle region.

We are also an integrated, multidisciplinary cancer service, offering chemotherapy and immunotherapies for both inpatients and outpatients in our 9-chair infusion centre and dedicated 10-bed oncology ward.

Site Specific Streams available

• Maternity RM Stream

What's Included in the Graduate Program?

Our 12-month program, available in full-time or part-time roles (minimum 30 hours/week), is designed to help early-career nurses and midwives transition into independent practice and enhance their clinical skills. This program is paired with an additional Consolidation Year to ensure you're well-prepared to succeed.

• Maternity (Registered Midwives only) graduate streams available – depending on hospital preference.
• One to three rotations within your graduate stream over the 12-month program.
• Ongoing employment contract.
• Benefit from supernumerary time as you ease into independent clinical practice.
• Enjoy dedicated support from experienced professionals at site, state, and national levels.
• Connect with leaders and fellow graduates at State Orientation Days.
• Take advantage of paid study days, peer networking, and mentorship opportunities.
• Prioritize your well-being with annual leave during your first rotation.
• Celebrate your achievements at our Graduation Ceremony.
• Healthscope Benefits – discounted health cover, Maxxia Rewards, Fitness Passport, EAP services, and more

What we'll need from you

• Evidence of Australian working rights.
• Completion of a nursing or midwifery course within the last six months or expected completion at least one month before starting.
• Availability for a minimum of 30 hours/week, on a rotating roster including AM, PM, night, weekends, and public holidays.

What to get ready for your application

• Your updated resume (Mandatory).
• Two recent student clinical placement reports (Mandatory).
• Proof of Australian working rights (e.g., Australian / New Zealand passport, Australian birth certificate, or international passport and relevant Australian working visa evidence).

Recruitment Timeline :

• August 2025 — Advertising.
• October 2025 — Interviews.
• November 2025 — Offers.
• December 2025 & January 2026 — Onboarding.
• February & March 2026 — Orientations.

Take the next exciting step in your career today – apply online and join Healthscope, where your career truly means more.