2026 Calvary in South Australia Graduate Nurse and Midwifery (GNTP) Program

About Calvary in South Australia


Calvary’s three hospitals in South Australia, Calvary Central Districts Hospital, Calvary Adelaide Hospital and Calvary North Adelaide Hospital, provide a mission-based network of high-quality surgical, medical, cancer, emergency and palliative care services across Adelaide and Northern Adelaide.

Calvary Adelaide Hospital, the largest private hospital in South Australia, delivers advanced acute medical and surgical care, including major orthopaedic, cardiac and neurosurgical services. With 16 state-of-the-art operating theatres, a 20-bed Level 3 ICU and the state’s only private 24/7 Emergency Department, the hospital is designed to optimise patient experience and complex clinical management.

Calvary North Adelaide Hospital provides a broad range of medical, surgical, cancer, maternity, women’s health and palliative care services. Its perioperative suite includes a Day of Surgery Unit, three procedural rooms and seven operating theatres that support specialties such as general surgery, colorectal surgery, gynaecology, breast and endocrine surgery, ENT, plastics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, gastroenterology, urology and orthopaedics.

Calvary Central Districts Hospital offers acute medical and surgical care supported by a modern Day of Surgery Unit and procedure suite. Key specialties include orthopaedics, colorectal surgery, gastroenterology, ENT, ophthalmology, gynaecology, urology, breast surgery, general surgery and endocrine surgery. The hospital is also known for its dedicated palliative care unit, providing compassionate end-of-life support for patients and families.

All three campuses share strong partnerships with specialist clinicians and continue Calvary’s tradition of delivering person-centred care shaped by the values of Hospitality, Healing, Stewardship and Respect.

Start your nursing career with confidence at Calvary in South Australia.

Begin your professional journey through the Calvary Graduate Nurse and Midwife Transition Program (GNTP), a structured and supportive 12-month program designed to help you confidently transition from student to registered clinician.

You will gain hands-on experience across Calvary’s three South Australian hospitals, supported by dedicated GNTP Coordinators, Preceptors and Clinical Educators. The program includes comprehensive orientation, study days and ongoing learning opportunities to help consolidate your knowledge and build strong clinical practice.

  • Program commencement: February 2026
  • Employment type: Permanent part-time positions at 0.8 FTE (with the option to increase)
  • Location: Calvary Hospitals in South Australia

If you’re ready to begin your career with the support, guidance and opportunities you need to thrive, apply now through Calvary Careers.

 Apply Now via Calvary Careers

About the GNTP Program


The Calvary Graduate Nurse and Midwife Transition Program (GNTP) supports graduates as they consolidate clinical knowledge, build confidence and transition into professional practice within a structured and compassionate learning environment.

  • Duration: 12 months (2 X 6-month rotations, or 1x12-month rotation, depending on clinical area)
  • Streams: Wards-based, Theatre-based and specialty rotations
  • Employment: Permanent position with FTE options from 0.8 to full-time
  • Probation: 6 months
  • Supervision: Dedicated GNTP Coordinators, Preceptors and Clinical Educators
  • Education: Graduate-specific study days and ongoing learning opportunities
  • Roster: 24/7 rotating roster in line with program requirements

Eligibility


To be eligible for the Calvary South Australia GNTP, applicants must:

  • Be completing a Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, or Diploma of Nursing leading to initial AHPRA registration
  • Be ready to commence employment in February 2026
  • Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia
  • Be able to work 0.8–1.0 FTE on a 24/7 rotating roster
    (Note: Applicants with more than 3 months full-time equivalent nursing or midwifery experience)

Key Benefits


  • Structured transition support throughout the 12-month program
  • Paid graduate-specific study days and ongoing education opportunities
  • Regular debriefing, mentoring and access to dedicated GNTP Coordinators
  • Professional development support through Preceptors and Clinical Educators
  • Permanent employment opportunities upon program completion
  • Access to Calvary employee benefits, including salary packaging, discounts and wellbeing programs
  • A supportive, values-based and mission-driven workplace environment

Calvary Adelaide Hospital Program Structure

Registered Nurse


Graduate Registered Nurses (RNs) will be offered rotations in either the Acute or Perioperative Stream. 

  • Specialty Areas: ICU, Medical, Surgical, Cardiac, Emergency, Angiography, Palliative Care, Oncology, and Perioperative.
  • For those selecting the Perioperative stream, you will also be required to rank your preferences for the following areas: Scrub/Scout, Anaesthetics, Recovery, and Day Surgery.

Enrolled Nurse


Enrolled Nurses (ENs) in the Acute stream will complete a 6-month program (one rotation). 

Registered Midwife


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Calvary North Adelaide Hospital (CNAH) Program Structure

Registered Nurses


Graduate Registered Nurses (RNs) will be offered rotations in either the Acute or Perioperative Stream. 

  • Acute Stream: 
    Surgical Ward, Medical Oncology and Haematology Ward, Oncology Day Unit, Oncology Placement Program (two 6-month rotations between the Medical Oncology and Haematology Ward and the Oncology Day Unit), Mary Potter Hospice – Palliative Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit
  • Perioperative Stream: 
    Recovery, Anaesthetics, Scrub / Scout, Day Ward

Enrolled Nurses


Enrolled Nurses (ENs) in the Acute stream will complete a 6 month program (one rotation), while Perioperative Enrolled Graduates will complete a 12 month program (two rotations).

  • Acute Stream: 

Enrolled Nurse Graduates complete a 6-month Graduate Nurse Transition Program and may undertake their placement in any of the following areas: Surgical Ward, Medical Oncology and Haematology Ward, and Mary Potter Hospice – Palliative Care Unit

  • Perioperative Stream:

Enrolled Nurse Graduates complete a 12-month Graduate Nurse Transition Program and may undertake their placement in any of the following areas: Scrub/Scout, and Day Ward

Registered Midwives


Registered Midwives (RMs) will rotate through all three areas of the Maternity Unit, gaining comprehensive experience across the continuum of midwifery care.

  • Acute Stream : Postnatal Unit, Special Care Nursery, and Delivery Suite  

     

     



Calvary Central Districts Hospital (CCDH) Program Structure

 

Registered Nurses


Registered Nurses (RNs) undertake rotations within either the Acute or Perioperative streams, allowing them to build expertise in alignment with their career goals and areas of interest. 

  • Acute Stream: General Surgical Ward, General Medical Ward, Palliative Care Unit, and Higher Observations Unit (HOU)
  • Perioperative Stream: Recovery, Anesthetics, Scrub/Scout, and the Day Surgery Unit (DSU).

Enrolled Nurses


Enrolled Nurses (ENs) within the Acute Stream complete a focused six-month program, designed to strengthen core clinical capabilities and confidence in the acute care setting.

  • Acute Stream: may undertake placements across a variety of specialties on our wards, including General Medical and Surgical areas.

How to Apply

Does this sound like the career path for you?

  • Application Period: 26 May - 6 July 2025
  • Platforms: Calvary Careers or Seek.com
  • Application Documents:
    - Cover Letter
    - Curriculum Vitae, with three referees
    - Academic Transcript, including GPA (For RN's and RM's only)
    - Summative Clinical Placement Assessment


All General Enquiries
SA-LearningDev@calvarycare.org.au
GNTP Team in South Australia

For Enquiries



Calvary Adelaide Hospital

emma.brokenshire@calvarycare.org.au
Emma Brokenshire – Acute & Critical Care GNTP Coordinator 

tanya.carter@calvarycare.org.au
Tanya Carter – Perioperative GNTP Coordinator

Calvary North Adelaide Hospital

Bianca.Hum@Calvarycare.org.au
Bianca Hum - Acute GNTP Coordinator

Sam.Rowe@Calvarycare.org.au
Sam Rowe - Perioperative GNTP Coordinator

Calvary Central Districts Hospital

Camila.Miranda@calvarycare.org.au 
Camila Miranda - GNTP Coordinator

Questions? Check out our FAQ's below:

Each site offers different numbers of positions dependent on local business 
activity and workforce planning. On average approximately 90 positions are 
offered each year across CHCSA sites. This is inclusive of RNs, RMs and ENs

The GNTP consists of 2 rotations of 6 months duration within one Calvary 
Hospital. There are some variations in the length of rotation in some specialty 
areas such as Perioperative Services – this is determined at the individual site. 
Registered Midwives will rotate through all 3 departments: Post Natal, Delivery 
Suite and Special Care Nursery. 
We endeavour to match your selected preferences from the Selection Criteria 
Response document, to the rotations offered within CHCSA. Please note, your 
preference is not always guaranteed due to the needs and requirements of the 
Hospital.

Staff are paid according to the current CHCSA Enterprise Agreement. 

Yes, there are a minimum of 6 paid orientation and study days included in the 
program. In addition to set study days, CHCSA offers a significant number of 
education opportunities, and supernumerary time for all graduates to attend.

Yes. If you work over a 7-day roster you are entitled to 6 weeks annual leave. If 
you work over a 5 day roster (e.g. Monday to Friday in Theatre) you are entitled 
to 4 weeks annual leave .

No. Only Graduates that have completed a Bachelor of Midwifery are employed 
in the Maternity Unit. We do offer a Graduate Midwife Program at Calvary 
North Adelaide Hospital for eligible Registered Midwives.

Parking varies at each of our sites. Information for each site is made available to 
all staff and safe transport measures are supported. Onsite parking is allowed 
for night duty at all hospitals.

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