RN Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program - Acute Specialties (Feb 2027 Intake)

RN Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program - Acute Specialty Areas (February 2027 Intake)

Grade 2 Registered Nurse (RN) positions

Permanent part-time (minimum 0.8EFT) or full-time employment (by negotiation)

6 or 12-month clinically supported learner program (depending on specialty area)

Cardiac, Emergency, Haematology/Oncology, Intensive Care, Paediatric & Neonatal, Specialty Medicine, Neurology, Perioperative, and Renal/Dialysis specialty programs

Opportunities available across a number of Eastern Health sites (program dependent)

Professional development and study leave provided (as per EBA)

Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts” .

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

About the Role

The Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program is intended to provide a supported introduction for registered nurses (RNs) wishing to pursue a career in one of the advertised clinical specialties. The program is designed with dedicated study days, learning packages/resources, clinical exposure and assessments. You will have the opportunity to incorporate theoretical learning into practical experience, while being thoroughly supported by clinical experts within your specialty stream. You will also have access to friendly, knowledgeable, and experienced clinical education staff from the Learning & Teaching (L&T) Directorate.

The TSP Program provides a clear career pathway for RNs seeking to work in a specialty environment. It will enhance your critical thinking, theoretical knowledge, and clinical skills, and provides a great stepping stone to postgraduate studies.

Eastern Health is now offering TSP opportunities for our February 2027 intake in the following specialty areas. You will be asked to nominate your desired stream, and site if applicable, during the application process. All programs commence on Monday 1st February 2027.

Cardiology Duration: 6-month program Location: Box Hill Hospital - Ward 2.2

Emergency (ED) Duration: 6-month program Locations: Angliss Hospital, Box Hill Hospital, or Maroondah Hospital

Haematology/Oncology Duration: 6-month program Location: Box Hill Hospital - Ward 4.1

Intensive Care (ICU) Duration: 6-month program Locations: Angliss Hospital, Box Hill Hospital, or Maroondah Hospital

Neurology Duration: 6-month program Location: Box Hill Hospital – Ward 7.1

Paediatric & Neonat al Duration: 12-month program (6 months in each area) Location: Box Hill Hospital

Perioperative Duration: 12-month program Location: Angliss Hospital*, Box Hill Hospital, or Maroondah Hospital *Please note, positions within the Angliss Perioperative TSP Program include a 6-month rotation to Maroondah Hospital.

Renal/Dialysis Duration: 6-month program Locations: Box Hill Hospital - Ward 8.1, Box Hill Dialysis*, Maroondah Dialysis*, or Peter James Centre (PJC) Dialysis*. *Please note, positions in the Maroondah, Box Hill and PJC Dialysis units are only open to internal/existing Eastern Health Integrated Renal Services (EHRS) staff.

Specialty Medicine Duration: 6-month program Location: Maroondah Hospital – Ward 3 North

About You

To be successful in this role you will possess:

Current condition-free AHPRA registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)

Recent acute clinical Registered Nurse experience - greater than 1-year post-registration nursing experience (essential)

Successful completion of a Graduate Registered Nurse Program (preferred)

Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills

A self-directed and motivated approach to life-long learning

A growth mindset with a proactive and reflective approach to feedback

A strong commitment to excellence and high quality, patient-centred care

The ability to work as part of a diverse team

Excellent organisational skills and IT proficiency

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice) . Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

Those that are offered and/or start between January and April do not require an up to date vaccination for influenza to progress providing they are aware of its requirement later in the year. Those that are offered and/or start between May and December require the up to date influenza vaccination prior to offer.

What We Offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here !

Mentor and shadowing program

Access to discovery days across our 50 sites

Study and professional development leave

Friendly and supportive teams

Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Fitness Passport for work-life balance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) accessible for you and your loved ones

Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements

Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme

Access to private health insurance offers

Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training

Cafes at all of our hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you are passionate and motivated to undertake the Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) program, and you are eligible to work in Australia.

We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates.

If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Important Information

If you are a current Eastern Health employee please ensure you log in with your internal Eastern Health account to apply for this or other roles.

We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.

We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.

As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.

Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.

Applications are screened on receipt and advertising may end before the closing date.

We do not accept recruitment agency applications.

Click here for the position description.

Contact Person: Lacey Strachan & Casey Sabine

Contact Number: (03) 9895 4004 or (03) 9895 3163

Contact Email: SpecandAdvancedPractice@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: Monday 28th September 2026