Introduction to Specialty Practice

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Epworth Healthcare Full time

Join the Perioperative team at Epworth Geelong and Epworth Freemasons

12 Month supported Introduction to Specialty Practice program for Registered and Enrolled Nurses

No prior theatre experience required - this is a fully supported program to upskill you in the specialised perioperative environment

The Role

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, join the Epworth perioperative team through our Introduction to Specialty Practice (ISP).

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.

Our July 2023 intake is based at Epworth Geelong and Epworth Freemasons.

**The ISP program**:
Commences 24th July 2023 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 areas of Scrub/Scout and/or 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

Essential

Current AHPRA registration

12 months experience post-registration in an acute hospital setting (RN or EN)

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.

**Within your cover letter please state**:
Your preferred specialisation area (scrub/scout or anaesthetics/PACU)

At Epworth, everybody matters

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:
Competitive salary + super + entitlements

Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 p.a plus $2,650 meals and entertainment allowance

Discounted private health insurance

Reduced out-of-pocket expenses for health services at Epworth

Flexible rostering

Access to up to 4 weeks of purchased leave per annum

Access to the largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia

At Epworth, we care

We care about our patients and we care about our people. We care about keeping everyone safe. We care about valuing and empowering our people, and growing careers. And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive, and contribute to our communities

Sound interesting? To apply, click the APPLY button now and attach your CV and cover letter.

For more information, refer to the attached position description or contact Effie Caballero on 0409110227.

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.

Contact Person

Effie Caballero

Contact Number

+61409110227

Closing Date

29/06/2023



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