ICU Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP)- February 2025 Intake

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The Intensive Care Units (ICU) at Monash Health are thrilled to invite applications for our specialised Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) program’s February 2025 Intake.

Monash Health is Victoria's largest public health service, committed to excellence in healthcare delivery. Our Intensive Care Units are at the forefront of critical care, catering to a diverse range of patients and medical specialisations.

The Transition to Specialty Practice (TSP) program is run in conjunction with the Monash Medical Centre Clayton and Victorian Heart Hospital ICU sites.

• Monash Medical Centre, Clayton - Adult ICU with 27-bed tertiary referral centre specializing in Neurosurgery, Neurology, Obstetrics, General Medicine, and Surgery, with over 1900 admissions per year
• Victorian Heart Hospital – is a newly built 16-bed cardiac dedicated ICU with cardiothoracic care, complex cardiac failure patients and nurse led EMCO service delivering a new model of care to complex cardiac patients

The ICU TSP is a unique 6-month fixed-term opportunity tailored to nurture and enhance your skills in intensive care nursing. You'll have the chance to work in one of our Intensive Care Units, gaining invaluable experience and knowledge under the mentorship of our expert Clinical Educators.

These are Part-Time (0.8 EFT) Fixed-term roles commencing February 2025 working across supported clinical shifts within the unit, in preparation for further studies within the Critical Care area.

What Sets Us Apart:

• Hands-On Experience: Gain invaluable hands-on experience and knowledge directly within our ICUs, where every day presents new challenges and learning opportunities
• Expert Mentorship: Benefit from the guidance and support of our seasoned Clinical Educators, dedicated to helping you succeed and thrive in the dynamic field of intensive care nursing

What you will learn:

• Contribute to Patient Care: Learn how to contribute to a safe and effective patient care environment, ensuring the highest standards of care and safety for critically ill patients
• Assessment and Intervention: Master the skills of assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating interventions, allowing you to provide comprehensive and individualized care to each patient
• Ventilator and Oxygenation Support: Gain competence in providing competent care to patients requiring ventilatory and oxygenation support, becoming proficient in managing respiratory distress and ensuring optimal patient outcomes
• Critical Illness Awareness: Develop the ability to identify critical illness consequences, recognizing early signs and symptoms to intervene promptly and prevent complications

What You'll Gain:

Upon completion of TSP program, you will gain a range of skills and competencies to equip you with:

Specialised Skills: Develop the expertise to provide high-quality care to critically ill patients, from assessing and planning interventions to implementing and evaluating treatment strategies.

Confidence: Build the confidence to navigate complex situations and make informed decisions in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.

Professional Growth: Take your nursing career to the next level as you expand your knowledge, skills, and capabilities in intensive care nursing.

This course serves as a pathway towards achieving a postgraduate qualification in critical care

Are you ready to bring your passion and skills to our ICU TSP Program?

Here's what we're looking for:

• Commitment to Patient-Centered Care and Advocacy
• Current Acute Nursing Experience
• Strong Time Management and Communication Skills
• Current AHPRA Registration

Your application must include a resume and a cover letter clearly highlighting your site preference (Medical Centre or Victorian Heart Hospital) and reasoning for preference.

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please Adrienne Pendrey - Nurse Manager 0419705687

Position Description can be found here

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’

Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 30 November 2024