📍 Recommended NT Public Hospitals for Placement
- Alice Springs Hospital
- Katherine Hospital
- Royal Darwin and Palmerston Hospital
- Tennant Creek Hospital
- Gove District Hospital
These 5 hospitals are major public hospitals in the NT and serve as key teaching hospitals for their regions. Most importantly, they are approved locations for the Grad Year Program endorsed by the NT Government.
🎯 Why Choose These Hospitals?
Having prior placement experience at one of these hospitals gives you a better chance of being accepted into a Grad Year program because you'll already be familiar with their systems, work culture, and expectations.
💼 Benefits of Doing a Grad Year
- Real hospital work experience
- Paid salary during the program
- Professional development and study days
- Support like housing and travel subsidies
- Opportunities to continue working in public hospitals
Working in a public hospital in Australia is a dream for many—great pay, benefits, and job security. But competition is high. Completing a Grad Year makes it easier to reach that goal!
👂 More Details Coming Soon!
Tomorrow, I'll be attending a Grad Year info session by Alice Springs Hospital (ASH). I’ll come back and share more details soon! If you're currently studying or planning to study nursing in Australia, keep this info in mind 😉
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which NT hospitals are best for nursing placements?
The top five are Alice Springs, Katherine, Darwin & Palmerston, Tennant Creek, and Gove. These hospitals support the Grad Year program directly.
What is a Grad Year?
It's a post-graduation program for new nurses, offering paid hospital experience and professional development, endorsed by the government.
Is it necessary to do placement in NT to join Grad Year?
No, but having previous placement experience in one of these hospitals increases your chances of being accepted.
How is a public hospital placement different from private?
Public hospitals follow standard government-endorsed training and provide long-term career pathways in the public sector.
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