We can help you get your career pathway started in a number of healthcare areas with supportive educators
Learning & development at Kooweerup
Health education for life
We foster a commitment to continuous learning and development, nurturing and refining your capabilities and skills.
Our diverse range of career pathways spans across the realms of Aged Care and Sub-acute Nursing, Home Care Services, Community Nursing, Health Promotion, Early Parenting Unit, Patient Services, and Corporate Services.
Within our nurturing environment, our dedicated educators are available Monday through Friday, ensuring comprehensive support on every step of your journey.
Collaborating closely with our education partners, we offer bespoke training programs, and meticulously crafted succession planning initiatives. These avenues not only empower you to flourish but also enrich your career trajectory.
At Regional Care Group we cultivate a dynamic and supportive environment, fostering an environment where our team members not only survive but thrive. Our robust regional structure provides unwavering guidance and mentorship, prioritising the safety and well-being of our workforce. Here, we invest in your growth, both professionally and personally.
As part of our commitment to education, we extend opportunities for student placements across various disciplines:
- Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- Certificate IV and Diploma in Leisure and Health
- Diploma of Nursing
- Bachelor of Nursing
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
Graduate Nurse Program Kooweerup Hospital 2027
Information for the 2027 program
Bayside Health Regional Graduate Nurse Program is a unique and exciting program, which will give first year Registered Nurses exposure to a diverse range of clinical experiences within a rural health service.
Our program aims to assist you to develop the critical thinking, time management and practical skills required to consolidate your practice as a Registered Nurse, within a positive and supportive team environment. We are committed to supporting and developing our nursing workforce, and seek to retain our graduates for ongoing employment at the successful completion of their graduate year. We offer numerous opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Why come to Kooweerup Hospital?
The Kooweerup Hospital first opened its doors as a Bush Nursing Hospital under the auspices of the Victorian Bush Nursing Association on the 11th April 1921. Since then, it has gone from strength to strength – and is now an important hub within the Koo Wee Rup region. We are committed to continually improving the services we provide to the local community. We are dedicated to continuously enhancing the services we offer to our local community, focusing on rural generalist care with specialised expertise in Subacute care, aged care and community nursing.
Program structure
- The 52-week contract runs from 1 Feb 2027 to 30 Jan 2028
- Part Time, Fixed Term, 0.8EF
More info
Contact us at education@krhs.net.au for any enquiries or further information.
Face-to-face interviews for interested candidates will be conducted from late July/August 2026.
Our Graduate Nurse Program will include aged care, sub-acute care, District Nursing and Health promotion.
What to expect in the graduate nurse program?
- Structured support and guidance during the transition from student to registered nurse
- Dedicated education sessions and clinical learning opportunities
- Regular feedback, mentoring, and support from educators and senior staff
- Exposure to a variety of clinical areas and patient care experiences
- Opportunities to build confidence, clinical skills, and professional development
During your graduate year
The education staff here are committed to providing tailored support for graduate nurses. This includes establishing clear learning objectives, consolidation of clinical skills and regular Graduate Nurse debrief sessions.
As the graduate year progresses, we will also facilitate discussions about career progression and potential employment opportunities within our organisation.
How to apply
To be considered for the Allocation and Placement Service (APS) through the PMCV website, potential graduates must ensure they meet all the essential criteria.
To register and take part in the APS process, applicants are required to submit the following documents via email to education@krhs.net.au.
- A CV with placement history including 2 health professional/clinical referees
- Copy of most recent academic transcript
- Passport sized colour photograph
- 2 most recent clinical placement appraisals
The deadline for applications is 30th June 2026.
More information
Email: education@krhs.net.au
Phone: (03) 5997 9654
Staff Educators
- Amritha George (Clinical Nurse Educator)
- Tina Davis (Clinical Nurse Educator/Graduate Nurse Program Coordinator)
- Tracey Middleton (Clinical Nurse Educator)