Transition to Specialty Practice Program - Neonatal and Paediatric Nursing 2024: RN's Grade 2

• Opportunities across Box Hill and Angliss Hospitals, in the Special Care Nurseries and Paediatric ward
• Permanent Part-time (0.8EFT) or Full Time (by negotiation)
• 12-month streamlined Transition to Specialty Practice Program
• Supported professional development and study leave provided (as per EBA)

 The Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program provides a robust introduction for Registered Nurses wishing to pursue a career in Neonatal and Paediatric Nursing.

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services, spanning from inner 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 intensive care, cardiology, neurology, perioperative, renal and renal dialysis, paediatrics, maternity, oncology/haematology, palliative care and mental health 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 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 our paediatric ward and special care nurseries.  The program is designed with dedicated study days, learning packages and clinical assessments.

During the course, you will be thoroughly supported by clinical experts and have access to clinical education staff and associated resources from the Learning and Teaching team.

The program provides a clear career pathway for Registered Nurses seeking to work in this specialty environment, whilst enhancing your critical thinking, theoretical knowledge and clinical skills, and is a great stepping stone to Post Graduate studies.

About You

To be successful in this role you should possess the following:

• Current Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia AHPRA registration
• Recent acute clinical experience (1+ years post registration experience with successful completion of a Graduate Program preferred)
• Proactive, reflective, self-directed learner
• Well-developed communication skills
• A focus on family centred care
• 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.

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 peoples, 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.**