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Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
If you are an experienced Registered (RN) or Enrolled Nurse (EN) with aspirations of working in the perioperative environment, or a nurse with previous theatre experience who would like to return to the workforce, the Epworth perioperative Introduction to Specialty Practice (ISP) may be for you.
This highly sought-after role is designed to meet the specific theoretical and practical needs of a nurse wishing to pursue or further their career in the perioperative setting.
The ISP program:
- Commences 29th April 2024 and is a 12-month program with an ongoing position upon completion
- Is designed to introduce and expand on the concepts of perioperative nursing in the areas of Anaesthetics/PACU
- Enables participants to develop an understanding of the principles and practice of perioperative nursing and ensure they have attained a satisfactory level of competency to work in a safe and effective manner
- Combination of theory, simulation and clinical exposure will be used to deliver and assess program content
- Commences with a study block (full time) where pre and post reading material will be provided
- Provides performance appraisals and regular feedback at various intervals throughout the program
- Includes paid study days facilitated by experienced Epworth perioperative educators
To be successful in this role...
You have a commitment to learning and upskilling in this specialised area. All of the course requirements and study days will be attended and you will be committed to your ongoing educational needs.
You will have:
- Current AHPRA registration
- 12 months experience post-registration in an acute hospital setting (RN or EN)
Position Description (RN) Inherent Requirements
Position Description (EN)
About Freemasons
Located in East Melbourne, close to public transport and the CBD, Epworth Freemasons provides a range of world-class health services. As one of Victoria's leading maternity hospitals, Epworth Freemasons specialises in women’s and men’s health services including breast and gynaecological surgery, endoscopy and urology. Epworth Freemasons also offers comprehensive cancer care, and a full range of surgical services, including robotic assisted surgery, orthopaedics and ICU care.
Epworth Freemasons has recently upgraded and expanded its operating theatres and admissions facilities, along with major refurbishments of patient rooms and building infrastructure.
Additional Information
At Epworth, it’s a community. It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation that puts the patient in the centre of all that is done. In addition to this, you will have access to:
- Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay. Plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance
- Access to the largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
- Flexible rostering
- Access to up to 4 weeks of purchased leave per annum
- Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
Enquire/ Apply
Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button to attach your CV and cover letter.
For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Effie Caballero on 0409 110 ***.
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).
At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.
