Taking care of people is our reason for being
At Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, caring for people is at the core of who we are. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here.
When you join our team, you’ll feel valued and supported by our strong commitment to learning, flexibility, great benefits and a positive culture of teamwork and cooperation.
Some of the exceptional benefits we offer include
- As a not-for-profit, we offer salary packaging that can reduce the amount of tax you pay, which can leave you with thousands of dollars more in your pocket.
- Up to 14 weeks paid parental leave
- Discounted gym membership for you and your family using Fitness Passport
- Great on campus amenities including cafés, gift shop, florist and even a hairdresser
- Plus, so many more.
About the role:
Our 12-month Perioperative New Graduate Nurse Program provides a supportive and welcoming environment to help you transition from student to confident Perioperative Registered Nurse. Designed to nurture your professional growth, the program offers hands-on learning opportunities across all areas of perioperative nursing, including Scrub/Scout, PACU and Anaesthetics. Working within a collaborative perioperative team, you will feel encouraged, valued and supported throughout your graduate year.
As a graduate nurse within the perioperative environment, you will play an important role in delivering safe, patient-centred care throughout the surgical journey. You will develop the clinical knowledge, technical skills and confidence required to care for patients before, during and after surgical procedures, while contributing to positive patient outcomes and maintaining the highest standards of safety and care. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will learn the importance of communication, compassion and precision in providing holistic care to patients during vulnerable moments in their healthcare journey.
Throughout the program, you will be guided by experienced and approachable mentors who are committed to your learning and wellbeing. We are passionate about fostering a culture of respect, collaboration and clinical excellence, where graduate nurses are empowered to ask questions, build confidence and thrive. Start your perioperative nursing career with a team that is dedicated to supporting your growth and helping you make a meaningful difference every day.
To be successful:
- Eligible for registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), including meeting English language requirements.
- Australian Citizenship or valid working rights permitting full-time employment in Australia without regional restrictions.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, with a collaborative and patient-centred approach to care.
- Sound clinical knowledge, critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a willingness to learn and grow within the perioperative environment.
- Past experience in the perioperative environment through studies, placement or previous employment
- Completion of a Bachelor of Nursing within 12 months of the program commencement date.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining professional, ethical and legal healthcare standards.
About Us
Adventist HealthCare owns and operates San Day Surgery, Hornsby, and the Sydney Adventist Hospital (fondly known as the San). The San is NSW’s largest private hospital. Founded in 1903, we are proudly faith-based and have a proven history of being industry pioneers in ground-breaking research and delivering superior patient care. As a not-for-profit, we continually reinvest in cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing exceptional outcomes for our dedicated team of 2400+ staff members and the community we serve.
What to expect
Successful candidates will be required to complete a range of pre-employment checks and assessments. These vary and could include professional references, functional questionnaire, a national police check, working with children check, vaccination evidence, among others.
How to apply
If you see yourself in this role, then we’d love to hear from you. Simply click on the ‘Apply’ button and we’ll keep you up to date on how your application is progressing.
Application close: Sunday 28th June 2026. No applications will be accepted after this date.
If you would like to know more, then please feel free to contact our Talent Acquisition Partner, Ashleigh Horne graduateprograms@sah.org.au. Please note that no applications via email will be accepted.
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