GradStart application checklist

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Prior to applications opening​​

I have:

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  read the information available about GradStart
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  checked that I am eligible to apply to GradStart 2026
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  marked all key dates in my diary
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  researched participating health services and hospitals offering new graduate positions
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  confirmed I meet the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia English Language Registration Standard
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  updated my Curriculum Vitae
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  checked that I have a valid NSW Health Working With Children Check (WWCC) for paid work
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  checked my compliance with NSW Health Immunisation requirements, including COVID-19 vaccination
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  appropriate evidence of identification, including photo ID (such as a passport or drivers licence)
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  permission from my two referees to provide a reference. One referee must be a clinical reference.
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  drafted my responses to how I meet each selection criterion (maximum 150 words) into a Word document
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  checked my supplied email address is not Hotmail or @live.com.au

When applications open

I have:

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  applied online to GradStart recruitment from Tuesday 17 June 2025. Watch the videos to learn how to apply through NSW Health Careers
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  my documents available to refer to when completing my application, including my WWCC clearance number
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  saved my incomplete application so that I can return to it later
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  submitted my completed application by 11:59 pm Monday 30 June 2025
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  received an auto-generated email from the NSW Health recruitment system, confirming successful submission of my application
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  checked my availability to attend interview at my preferred location (preference 1) between Monday 4 August – Friday 29 August 2025
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  confirmed my attendance at interview by Monday 28 July 2025
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  reviewed the selection criteria and prepared for interview
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  gathered employment screening documents, evidence of identification and other supporting documents ready to take along to interview
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  completed the pre-employment task prior to interview via the online portal
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  accepted or declined offer of employment online by Tuesday 21 October 2025.