Critical Care (Intensive Care) Postgraduate Program 2027

MedicalJobsAustralia.com Our 2027 Critical Care (Intensive Care) program provides a fantastic opportunity to extend your professional career by enhancing your skills and knowledge in Intensive Care Nursing

You will be supported, guided, and coached throughout the program by our dedicated Clinical Educators and senior clinicians.

The program officially commences in February 2027. You will work a rotating roster whilst completing a Graduate Certificate in Intensive Care Nursing in collaboration with our higher education partner Deakin University.

Targeted scholarship funding to support course costs will be available for successful applicants.

The Specialities - Sites:

Intensive Care - recruiting at Epworth Eastern (Box Hill) and Geelong

These positions are 0.8 EFT, in recognition of the time commitment required to study and attend Deakin University classes, complete university assessments whilst also working to embed this knowledge into clinical practice. Full time may be considered on a case by case basis at interview.

This integrated role is ideal for those seeking to consolidate their learning while progressing in a structured and sustainable career pathway. In addition, you'll have access to further professional development opportunities through Epworth's extensive scholarship program, supporting your continued growth and advancement.

Please note: Once your application with Epworth is successful, you will be required to apply to Deakin University which is a separate process. This will be discussed further at interview.

To be successful in this role.

You are passionate about delivering an exceptional patient experience by delivering high quality care, professional, empathetic and compassionate in your personal conduct, you have the ability to inspire others and be a positive role model. You are motivated to continually learn, improve and promote best practice.

You will have:

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

Australian Citizenship - Permanent Residency; OR New Zealand Citizenship

A minimum of one-year acute clinical nursing experience following your graduate year within the acute clinical setting.

Position Description Inherent Requirement

We will review applications as we receive them.

Sound interesting? To apply, click the I'm Interested button and attach your CV and cover letter as one document, detailing your preferred hospital site.

Please note: Applications close on Monday 21st September, though may close earlier due to high application numbers.

For more information, refer to the attached position description, contact Epworth Talent on (03) 9426 0606 OR Emma Ozga- Eastern Education Manager - Critical Care Program co-ordinator [email protected]

It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

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