Nursing development program applications now open

NEWLY qualified Riverland nurses and midwives can now apply for the SA Health Transition to Professional Practice Program (TPPP), aimed at kick starting their professional careers.

It is anticipated that per previous years, more than 900 positions will be available to graduates across metropolitan and regional SA Health Local Health Networks.

The TPPP provides a pathway to transition nursing and midwifery graduates from their studies into the clinical workforce.

The program offers a supportive, structured, capability focussed environment to consolidate skills and knowledge in a real-world clinical setting.

TPPP participants spend 12-to-18 months working under the guidance of experienced nurses and midwives to develop their skills and confidence in their relevant profession. Rotating through the various nursing and midwifery settings, TPPPs experience the diversity of opportunities available, expanding clinical experience and their professional network.

Registered nurse applicants can also apply for a specialist TPPP, with a limited number of aged and community care, and mental health nursing positions available.

SA Health also partners with Flinders University to provide a Combined TPPP/Research program open to both nurses and midwives.

Each SA Health Local Health Network offer a variety of specialty programs and applicants will be asked to select location preferences when completing their application, as well as nominating any preference for part-time or full-time work where available, negotiated between individuals and their employing LHN.

“The TPPP has been a fantastic success and provides a platform to leap into an exciting, rewarding, and challenging career as a nurse or midwife,” Department for Health and Wellbeing chief nurse and midwifery officer Rochelle Griffin said.

“Participants will be guided by a workforce that is supportive, team-oriented, learning focussed and responsive to changing community needs.

“It’s exciting to open another intake as graduates are key to building and growing the nursing and midwifery workforce here in South Australia.”

Rural Support Service executive director Kate Clarke said “the TPPP offers graduates a fantastic opportunity to start their careers in regional South Australia and gain experience across a diverse range of healthcare settings”.

“Working in rural and remote helps graduates build confidence, develop broad clinical skills, and gain valuable experience,” she said.

“A regional TPPP can be the start of a rewarding career, offering broad clinical experience and opening opportunities across speciality, advanced practice and leadership roles.”

Applications for the 2027 intake of TPPP will close on Friday, June 19.
For more information, or to apply, visit the website (https://tinyurl.com/rv2ceev5).