Nurse Practitioner Candidate - Nephrology / Renal
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About the Role :
- We have an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner to join our Monash Medical Centre Nephrology Team on a Full-Time (Fixed-Term) basis.
- Full-Time, Fixed-Term position (2 years)
The Nephrology Nurse Practitioner Candidate (NNPC) is an advanced practice nurse working toward Nurse Practitioner endorsement, delivering expert, evidence-based care across the chronic kidney disease (CKD) continuum (Stages 3B–5).
This role is integral to the multidisciplinary Nephrology team, supporting the healthcare needs of patients across inpatient, outpatient and community settings in the south-east corridor of metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. The position may be based across multiple Monash Health sites in line with service requirements.
The NNPC practises with increasing autonomy and accountability, working in close collaboration with endorsed Nurse Practitioners and Nephrology Medical Specialists to deliver comprehensive episodes of care.
Core Clinical Areas:
- Nephrology Nurse Practitioner-aligned clinics
- Renal outpatient services
- Satellite dialysis units
- Quality improvement and service development
Sub-specialties:
- Supportive care
- Home dialysis
- Kidney transplantation
- Kidney failure and diabetes management
About Us:
Monash Health is the quaternary provider of nephrology services across south-east metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. The service operates within a hub-and-spoke dialysis model, with the Clayton campus as the primary hub, and functions as a Level 6 service under the Victorian Renal Delineation Framework.
Services include:
- Chronic kidney disease prevention and management
- Dialysis services (inpatient, home and satellite models)
- Kidney and pancreas transplantation
- Supportive care services
- Research, education and training programs
About You :
You are an experienced and motivated advanced practice nurse committed to progressing toward Nurse Practitioner endorsement.
You thrive in a dynamic clinical environment and demonstrate a strong commitment to evidence-based, person-centred care, clinical leadership, and service innovation.
You will be supported to develop your scope of practice and contribute to the ongoing advancement of nephrology services at Monash Health
What You Need:
- Enrolled in, or eligible for enrolment in, a Master of Nurse Practitioner program
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Minimum 4 years post-registration experience, including:
- ≥3 years in nephrology nursing
- Experience in advanced practice nursing roles
- Demonstrated advanced clinical reasoning, decision-making and leadership capability
- Evidence of engagement in quality improvement and/or research activities
- Commitment to achieving Nurse Practitioner endorsement within the expected timeframe
- Australian working rights
In Return:
As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:
- Salary packaging - increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options
- Professional development - access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth
- Supportive team environment - work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence
- Employee wellbeing - benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance
- Career mobility - opportunities to work across Victoria's largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways
- Diverse and inclusive workplace - join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging
At Monash Health, you'll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Leanne Linehan, Operations Manager - Nephrology on 0457 468 371.
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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: 11 August 2026