The New Graduate Program provides support for nurses and midwives as they transition from academic study to the Clinical setting.
A Structured Transition For all New Graduates
- This six to twelve month program has a competency based framework providing clear learning objectives
- Registered Nurses will complete three clinical rotations of four months in a broad range of specialties over twelve months
- Registered Midwives will complete three clinical rotations in Maternity over a 12 month period
- Enrolled Nurses will complete one six month placement
- New Graduates are supported by Clinical Nurse Educators, Preceptors and Clinical Nursing Specialists, and a Clinical Support Program
- Formal and Informal feedback is provided routinely to offer encouragement, direction and guidance
- Part-time programs may be negotiated
Professional Development for all New Graduates
The New Graduate program includes:
- Comprehensive hospital and clinical orientation
- Core competency assessment
- Ward specific in-service and competencies
- Clinical study days
- Access to nursing / midwifery seminars, workshops and continuing education
- Free membership to the SAH Library which holds one of the largest and most current nursing collections in NSW
- New graduates may be offered continuing employment on completion of the program
