Pathway to Specialty Practice

Pathway to Specialty Practice (PSP) Program-(Peri-operative and Pre-anaesthetics/PACU)

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Pathway to Specialty Practice (PSP) Program-(Peri-operative and Pre-anaesthetics/PACU)

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Job Description:

Join an Organisation where we Serve Something Greater; See Something Greater; and Strive for Something Greater

Accelerate Your Nursing Career with Exclusive Dual-Sector Experience Commencing in February 2026

Are you a registered nurse (RN) and ready to fast-track your specialty nursing expertise? St Vincent's Private Hospital Melbourne offers ambitious early career nurses comprehensive experience across both private and public healthcare – all within one prestigious program.

The Pathway to Specialty Practice (PSP) Program (Peri-operative and Per-anaesthetics/PACU stream) delivers:

• Dual expertise advantage – Master skills in both private and public settings across a broader range of specialities, becoming a highly versatile nursing professional
• Premium specialty focus – Choose Peri-operative or Peri-anaesthetics/PACU streams
• Strategic 12-month development – Comprehensive training elevating you from early career nurse to specialty-ready
• Prime Melbourne locations – Work across Fitzroy and East Melbourne campuses
  
  

This isn't just another speciality program - it's your gateway to becoming a well-rounded specialty nurse with experience that opens doors across the entire healthcare sector. Join a program that invests in your professional growth while providing the diverse clinical exposure that today's healthcare employers value most.

What Makes This Program Exceptional?

• Structured Learning Journey – 12-month specialty immersion combining theory with hands-on clinical mastery
• Two 6-Month Rotations – Private hospital + Public hospital
• Work-Life Balance – Part-time schedule (8 days per fortnight) for optimal learning
• Confident Start – Extended supernumerary time and comprehensive orientation
• Expert Support – Direct access to education specialists and experienced nursing teams from both sectors
• Premium Learning – Paid study days, simulation training, and real-world application
• Guaranteed Employment – Successful completion leads directly to ongoing employment with St Vincent's Private Hospital
  
  

ABOUT YOU:

The successful candidate will have;

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
• Recently completed a minimum twelve month graduate nurse program or has recent acute care medical or surgical experience (minimum 12 months)
  
  

About St Vincents Private Hospital Melbourne

Our experienced team of clinical professionals, care givers and support staff are equipped to provide the highest level of therapeutic, medical and surgical services. We work together to ensure patient safety, well-being and recovery. We are a not for profit Catholic private hospital which operates across four sites at Fitzroy, East Melbourne, Kew and Werribee.

WHY WORK FOR SVPHM:

You will join a high performing team and a workplace with relationships built on mutual trust and respect. We value our staff and offer professional advancement in a respectful, collaborative and learning environment.

• Join the St Vincent's Health Australia Group, and work for a truly values based organisation, who operate across VIC, NSW and QLD
• Salary packaging available (pay less tax and increase your take home pay)
• Gain access to discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Option to join our workplace giving program, Give4Good
• A great work life balance with options to purchase additional leave
• Receive a staff discount on hospital admissions to any SVHA Private Hospital
  
  

APPLY NOW

If this is the role for you, please hit the APPLY button now Your application must include:

• Cover letter, including which stream you are applying to (Peri-operative or Anaesthetics/PACU)
• Resume which includes two professional referees - names and contact details
  
  

HAVE A QUESTION AND WANT TO KNOW MORE:

Program commences 2nd February 2026. If you would like to discuss this opportunity please contact Elisha Raymer, Education Consultant Perioperative Services for a confidential discussion via email: SVPHM.Education.Programs@svha.org.au

We are committed to equal employment opportunity, ethical practices, the principles of cultural diversity and promote a smoke free work environment.

St Vincent's Health Australia is committed to reconciliation and encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for all advertised positions. For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au.

REQUIREMENTS:

Criminal record and/or child protection checks will be conducted and will form part of the selection criteria for this role.

SVPHM has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) in healthcare settings. You are therefore required to comply with the SVHA Staff Health Screening Immunisation Policy, which, depending on the role you perform in the organisation will require you to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).

Closing Date:

6 September 2025 11:59pm

Reconciliation Action Plan:

At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.

For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at indigenouscareers@svha.org.au

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