Perioperative Introduction to Specialty Practice Program 2026

If you are a Registered Nurse (RN) with aspirations of working in the perioperative environment or a nurse with previous theatre experience who would like to return to the workforce the Epworth perioperative Introduction to Specialty Practice program (ISP) may be for you.

This highly sought-after program is designed to meet the specific theoretical and practical needs of a nurse wishing to pursue or further their career in the perioperative setting.

The ISP program:

• Is a 12-month program up to 1.0 EFT commencing Monday 20th July.
• Will introduce and expand on the concepts of perioperative nursing in either Anaesthetics/PACU or Scrub/Scout areas
• Enables participants to develop an understanding of the principles and practice of perioperative nursing and ensure they have attained a satisfactory level of competency to work in a safe and effective manner
• Is delivered using a combination of theory simulation and clinical exposure to consolidate and assess knowledge and skill
• Commences with a study block where pre and post reading material will be provided
• Includes performance appraisals and regular feedback at various intervals throughout the program
• Provides a pathway to ongoing learning and development opportunities available through the Brooks Academy after successful completion of this program

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:

• Successfully completed a graduate program
• Have 2 years acute clinical experience post completion of a graduate program
• Have a commitment to learning and upskilling in this specialised area attending all study days and course requirements
• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Australian Citizenship / Permanent Residency; OR New Zealand Citizenship

Position Description                   Inherent Requirements

We will review applications as we receive them.

Epworth Geelong

Epworth Geelong located adjacent to Deakin Universitys Medical School in Waurn Ponds is developing an environment of world-class health care and education to meet the needs of the expanding population of Geelong and South West Victoria.  It features contemporary design cutting-edge medical technology and best practice patient care whilst offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient medical surgical and rehabilitation services.

Our Peri-operative environment consists of 13 Operating Theatres including a Hybrid Theatre Cath Lab and 2 endoscopy suites. Located all on the one level we have the Operating Theatre Cath Lab ICU and Day Surgery allowing excellent patient flow and best patient care. Currently our specialities include; Orthopaedics Vascular General Macs Facs ENT Pain Ophthalmology Endoscopy Plastics Neurosurgery and Urology. 

Additional Information :

Why Join Epworth

At Epworth its a community.

Its the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient addition to this you will have access to:

• Salary package up to $15900 pre-tax annually leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approved candidates

At Epworth we care.

We care about our patients and we care about our people.  We care about keeping everyone safe.  We care about valuing and empowering our people and growing careers.  And we care about giving our people support and flexibility to thrive and contribute to our communities.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples people with disability mature-age and young job seekers members of the LGBTIQA community and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable inclusive and barrier-free recruitment experience for everyone.

If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.

The annual salary range for full time Registered Nurses AUD $82236 - $103280  super entitlements depending on registration type year level and position/experience (prorated for part-time). 

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For more information refer to the attached position description or contact  or phone (03).

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).

At Epworth we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all across race ability ethnicity gender age sexuality cultures and beliefs that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth we care.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time