Available Streams 2027

The Cancer Day Unit (CDU) is a highly specialised weekday outpatient service providing care for patients with haematological malignancies, non-malignant blood disorders and solid tumours. Participants will gain experience delivering systemic anti-cancer therapies, blood product support, central venous access device (CVAD) and totally implantable venous access device (TiVAD) management, and assisting with bone marrow procedures, while working within a multidisciplinary team. The unit also has a strong focus on clinical research, providing opportunities to contribute to the delivery of clinical trials and evidence-based cancer care in a patient-centred environment. 

6 West (Haematology & Oncology) is a 22-bed haematology–oncology unit provides specialised care for patients with blood and cancer-related conditions. Admissions include those with acute leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and both primary and metastatic tumours. The unit supports patients undergoing autologous stem cell and islet cell transplantation, with care focused on complex treatment regimens, close monitoring, and managing treatment-related complications.

4 West (Cardiology) is an 18-bed unit includes 6 CCU beds and 12 cardiology/respiratory beds. It specialises in cardiology care, including post-angioplasty, acute MI, unstable angina, endocarditis, heart failure, arrhythmias, and pacemaker insertion. Respiratory patients are managed for acute exacerbations of chronic conditions such as asthma and COPD, with some requiring non-invasive ventilation. 

Cardiac Investigations Unit (CIU) comprises two cardiac catheterisation laboratories providing comprehensive diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular services. Participants will gain experience in the care of patients undergoing procedures including coronary angiography, percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI), cardiac biopsy, transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), renal denervation, and permanent and temporary pacemaker insertion, including the emergency management of acute coronary syndromes. Working within a multidisciplinary team alongside Cardiac Technologists, Consultant Cardiologists, Cardiology Registrars, Fellows and Radiographers, participants will develop specialist knowledge and skills in procedural and peri-procedural cardiac nursing. 

4 East (Cardiothoracic) is a 20-bed unit includes 4 respiratory medicine beds and provides care for cardiac and thoracic patients. Admissions include post-ICU patients with temporary pacing, as well as those undergoing CABG, valve replacement, pacemaker insertion, or thoracic surgery (VATS pleurodesis, lobectomy, pneumonectomy). All beds have cardiac monitoring, requiring strong assessment skills to respond to rapid patient changes.  

St. Augustine’s is an 8-bed, maximum security acute inpatient unit located at St. Vincent’s Melbourne Fitzroy campus, and provides medical, surgical and psycho-social care to prisoners in Victoria, through arrangements with Correction Vicotria. St. Vincent's Correctional Health employs a wide range medical, nursing, medical professional and support services staff.

Dialysis (SVOP). St Vincent’s Nephrology Service provides a full range of dialysis services for patients experiencing acute and chronic renal failure. The Dialysis unit is located at St. Vincent’s on the Park and consists of 15 Outpatient Dialysis chairs, 8 Inpatient Dialysis chairs (located on the 9th floor of Building A), and the Home Therapies Unit, which includes Peritoneal Dialysis and Home Haemodialysis Training. The Unit also provides pre and post renal transplant education to patients and their families. 

9 West (Nephrology, Rheumatology & Endocrinology) is a 16-bed unit provides care for patients with renal, endocrine, and rheumatology conditions. Common presentations include acute and chronic kidney disease, kidney transplantation, and endocrine emergencies such as DKA, HHS, thyroid disorders, and Addison’s disease. The unit also admits patients with complex autoimmune conditions including lupus, systemic sclerosis, and vasculitis, often requiring specialised immunosuppressive therapies. Nurses gain experience in managing complex, chronic conditions with high-acuity care and multidisciplinary involvement. 

ED is a high-acuity, fast-paced environment that provides 24/7 care for patients presenting with a wide range of conditions, from minor injuries to life-threatening emergencies. Patients may arrive by ambulance or independently and include those with trauma, cardiac and respiratory emergencies, sepsis, stroke, and acute exacerbations of chronic illness. The department includes resuscitation bays, acute care cubicles, and short-stay observation areas. Clinical priorities can change rapidly, requiring strong assessment, triage, and critical decision-making skills. 

The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a 15-bed tertiary referral unit comprising two clinical pods, providing care for critically ill patients with a broad range of medical and surgical conditions, including cardiac, respiratory, neurological, renal, endocrine, haematological, trauma, orthopaedic and vascular presentations. Participants will work within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, gaining exposure to advanced critical care therapies such as non-invasive ventilation, renal replacement therapy, advanced haemodynamic monitoring, cardiac pacing, intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). The ICU also supports the Medical Emergency Team (MET), Tracheostomy Review Service and Critical Care Liaison Service, while contributing to nationally recognised critical care research and innovation. 

The Medical Imaging Department (MID) comprises the areas of Medical Imaging, Central Melbourne Medical Imaging (CMMI), MRI and Angiography. Nurses gain experience across the patient journey, from pre-procedure assessment through to procedural support and post-procedure recovery. Working within a multidisciplinary team alongside radiographers, medical staff and allied health professionals, participants will assist with a range of procedures including biopsies, drain insertions, cardiac stress tests and lumbar punctures.  

Acute Inpatient Service (AIS) provides intensive support for adult consumers (aged 18–64) experiencing acute emotional or psychological distress. The support is provided in a 44-bed unit, located across two inpatient floors (PSG and PS1). Care is delivered by a multidisciplinary team including mental health nurses, psychiatrists, and allied health staff, with interventions such as medication review, mental state assessment, psychoeducation, therapeutic group engagement, and coordinated discharge planning. The service includes a Gender Sensitive Area to support individual, cultural, personal or other safety needs, and an Extra Care Unit with six beds for consumers requiring higher levels of care or risk management. 

10 East (Neurosurgery) is a 20-bed unit provides specialised care for patients with neurological and stroke conditions. Common presentations include epilepsy (diagnostic monitoring and pre-surgical workup), multiple sclerosis, neuromuscular disorders, peripheral neuropathies, refractory migraine, and acute strokes such as ischaemic, haemorrhagic, and TIA. The ward also cares for Acute Care of the Elderly (ACE) medical patients, who often present with complex needs requiring multidisciplinary management. Nurses develop expertise in neurological assessment, seizure and post-stroke management, and the delivery of advanced therapies, working closely with the multidisciplinary team in a highly specialised environment.

The Anaesthetics and Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) stream provides experience across the perioperative journey, supporting the safe delivery of anaesthesia and recovery from surgery.

In Anaesthetics, participants work alongside anaesthetists to advocate for patients and contribute to monitoring and interventions throughout the pre-, intra- and post-anaesthesia phases.

In the 18-bay PACU, participants receive handover from the anaesthetic and perioperative team, monitor and manage patients recovering from anaesthesia, and provide safe, patient-centred care until transfer to the ward or discharge.