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Form of workTransition to Specialty Practice Program (TSP): Semester 2, 2024 - Acute Specialty Areas
- Registered Nurse - Grade 2
- Permanent Part-time (0.8EFT) or Permanent Full Time (by negotiation)
- 6-month Transition to Specialty Practice Program (Cardiac, Emergency, Intensive Care, Neurology, Oncology and Renal)
- 12-month Transition to Specialty Practice Program (Perioperative)
This course is intended to provide an introduction for those wishing to pursue a career in one of the advertised clinical specialties.
Eastern Health
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services, spanning from suburbs like Richmond and Box Hill to the Yarra Ranges. We are a values-based organisation committed to research and teaching and have strong affiliations with Australia’s top universities. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including paediatrics, maternity, intensive care, cardiac, renal/dialysis, oncology, palliative care, mental health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs. When you join Eastern Health, you'll be contributing your unique skills and expertise to a collaborative and compassionate team, with the common goal of achieving great patient outcomes and experiences.
About the role
You will have the opportunity to incorporate theoretical elements and gain practical experience in specialised settings. The program is designed with dedicated study days, learning packages/resources and clinical exposure and assessments.
During the course, you will be thoroughly supported by clinical experts within your nominated specialty and have access to friendly, knowledgeable and experienced clinical education staff from the Learning and Teaching Directorate.
The TSP program provides a clear career pathway for Registered Nurses seeking to work in a specialty environment whilst enhancing your critical thinking, theoretical knowledge and clinical skills and is a great stepping stone to Post Graduate studies.
There are various specialty streams available and Eastern Health is offering opportunities in the following areas for Semester 2, 2024:
- CARDIAC- Box Hill Hospital
- EMERGENCY (ED)- Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital & Angliss Hospital
- INTENSIVE CARE (ICU) - Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital & Angliss Hospital
- NEUROLOGY- Box Hill Hospital
- PERIOPERATIVE - Angliss Hospital or Eastern Blackburn Hospital (Please note: this is a 12 month program with a 6 month rotation to either Box Hill or Maroondah Periop)
- ONCOLOGY - Box Hill Hospital
- RENAL - Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah and Peter James Centre
For full details refer to the attached Position Description and direct all enquiries to the contact person listed.
About you
To be successful in this role you will possess:
- Current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia AHPRA registration
- Recent acute clinical experience (greater than 1 year post registration experience preferably having undertaken a Graduate Program)
- Proactive, reflective, self-directed learner
- Well-developed communication skills
- Patient centred practice
- Team player
Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.
Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.
What we offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly & supportive team
- Flexible working hours
- Salary packaging options
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
Next Steps
If you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!
Please note:
- All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
- All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
- You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
- Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.
Enquiries:
Kaye Sampson: Personal Assistant, Learning and Teaching - Telephone: 03 9871 3*** E: ************@easternhealth.org.au
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the Talent Acquisition team.
Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day
**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
