Title:  Registered Nurse Transition to Specialty Practice Program - Acute Specialties (Feb 2026 Intake)

Registered Nurse Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) Program - Acute Specialties (Feb 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)
• Cardiac, Emergency, Haematology/Oncology, Intensive Care, Specialty Medicine, Neurology, Paediatric, and Perioperative 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 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 2nd of February 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 (Cancer Nursing)
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

Paediatric/Neonates

Duration: 6-12-months (program dependent)

Location: Box Hill Hospital and may include rotation to another Eastern Health site.

Perioperative
Duration: 12-month program 

Locations: Box Hill Hospital, Maroondah Hospital, or Angliss Hospital. Please note the Angliss program 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
 

About You 

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Current Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) registration with AHPRA
• Recent acute clinical nursing experience – greater than 1-year post-registration experience (essential)
• Successful completion of a Graduate 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
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next Steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference, 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

• This position is scheduled to close two weeks from the job posting date. 
• All applications will be screened on receipt, and the job posting may close early. 
• We do not accept recruitment agency applications.
• 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 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. 

Please see the position description here.

Contact Person: Lacey Strachan and Casey Sabine
Contact Number: (03) 9895 4004 or (03) 9895 3163
Contact Email: SpecandAdvancedPractice@easternhealth.org.au

Need help submitting your application?
Contact the Eastern Health Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555

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