Title: RN Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program - Acute Specialties (July 2026 Intake)
Eastern Health, VIC, AU, 3128
RN Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program - Acute Specialties (July 2026 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, 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 July 2026 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 27th July 2026.
Cardiology
Duration: 6-month program
Location: Box Hill Hospital - Ward 2.2
Emergency (ED)
Duration: 6-month program
Locations: Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, or Angliss Hospital
Haematology/Oncology
Duration: 6-month program
Location: Box Hill Hospital - Ward 4.1
Intensive Care (ICU)
Duration: 6-month program
Locations: Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital or Angliss Hospital
Perioperative
Duration: 12-month program
Location: Angliss Hospital. Please note this includes a 6-month rotation to Maroondah or Box Hill Hospital.
Specialty Medicine
Duration: 6-month program
Location: Maroondah Hospital – Ward 3 North
Neurology
Duration: 6-month program
Location: Box Hill Hospital – Ward 7.1
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.
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 nursing 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.
What We Offer
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!
- Diverse and engaging career opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team
- Career progression in our teaching hospitals
- Study and professional development leave
- Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Fitness Passport for work-life balance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) accessible for you and your loved ones
- Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme
- Access to private health insurance offers
- Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training
- Cafes on site at all of our hospitals
Next Steps
Apply online now if you feel we are a good match, you are passionate and motivated to undertake the Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) program and 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.
Good to Know
- 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.
- All applications will be screened on receipt and advertising may end before the closing date.
- We do not accept recruitment agency applications
Contact Person: Tenyle Toone - Administrative Assistant
Contact Number: (03) 9895 4058
Contact Email: SpecandAdvancedPractice@easternhealth.org.au
Job Posting End Date: Monday, March 30th 2026
Need help submitting your application?
Contact the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (Option 1)
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Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day