Learn about how to apply for our Graduate Nurse Program.
Applications for the 2027 Graduate Nurse Program will open 1 June at 10am.
Information sessions
Want to hear more about starting your nursing career at RMH?
Join us for our information sessions and hear from the GNP Leadership Team, NUMs, Educators and current Graduates.
During these sessions we will discuss the General, First Nations, Mental Health and Metropolitan-Regional streams, as well as explore the application process so you feel ready to apply with confidence.
Reserve your tickets for the in-person event on Wednesday 27 May 2026 from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at the Charles La Trobe lecture theatre at the RMH Parkville.
Not able to make the in-person session?
Access the online session on 11 June 2026 from 5:00pm to 6:30pm.
How to submit your application
Step 1 - Register with PMCV
Check your eligibility for a 2027 program, then register with PMCV Allocation and Placement Service – APS.
Once registered, list the RMH as a preference. Please ensure you are applying for your intended stream:
- The Royal Melbourne Hospital – Nursing – General Stream
- The Royal Melbourne Hospital – Nursing – First Nations Graduate Nurse Program
- The Royal Melbourne Hospital and Goulburn Valley Health
- The Royal Melbourne – Mental Health – First Nations Graduate Nurse Program
- The Royal Melbourne – Mental Health Services
Please see Graduate Nurse Program for rotations or Graduate Mental Health Nurse Program for mental health streams.
Step 2 - Apply to the RMH
Apply to the RMH and complete the online application via the RMH jobs portal. You will need your PMCV number for this process.
The Royal Melbourne Hospital follows the PMCV APS eligibility criteria for the 2027 Match. We welcome applications from Australian and New Zealand citizens and temporary residents who hold a visa that gives them the right to work in Australia.
See the PMCV website for full eligibility criteria.
Application response
Add the following information and documents to our recruitment portal.
You will be required to complete an application question via our SuccessFactors portal. This question will focus on your motivation for wanting to work at the RMH.
We recommend reflecting on your future career goals and what has attracted you to the organisation when preparing your response.
Please make sure your response is no more than 300 words.
Your CV should be maximum 2 pages and include:
- A table outlining the details of all of your completed and upcoming clinical placements (dates, year level, organisation, clinical area)
- Details of two acute clinical referees (the same references that you provided to PMCV). We recommend you check with your referees whether they are happy to provide you with a reference
- Official academic transcripts only accepted (including My eQuals)
- Provide all results received to date
- Include the grading key or we cannot accept your document
- Your transcript does not need to be certified
- Include your 2 most recent acute clinical placement appraisals, excluding Mental Health. Please make sure you provide both formative and summative grading and comments
- These must include the organisation and ward or department where you completed your placement
All components of your application are reviewed and considered when shortlisting for interview.
If you have any questions or require assistance when preparing or submitting your application, contact the GNP Recruitment team at gnprecruitment@mh.org.au
Interview process
The interview process includes a video interview with PMCV and an in person interview with the RMH.
PMCV video interview
PMCV require you to complete an online video interview. This is to be recorded via the PMCV site.
PMCV have some helpful information on preparing for your interview and tips on their website.
The RMH will review the video interview for shortlisted candidates.
In person interview
Shortlisted candidates will also receive an email to invite them to book a face-to-face interview at the RMH Parkville.
We can arrange online group interviews by application for exceptional circumstances (such as interstate applications).
Application outcome
If you have matched with the RMH, you will receive a phone call and email from the Nursing Education Department congratulating you and welcoming you to the organisation.
For more information, contact the Transition to Practice Programs team at gnprecruitment@mh.org.au or call 0408 179 288.
Links and documents
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