AddressGold Coast Private Hospital is dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services. Our state-of-the-art facilities and highly skilled medical and nursing teams ensure that our patients receive the highest standard of care in a supportive and comfortable environment.
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialised Breast Care Nurse with a strong oncology background to join our Oncology team.
Within this dedicated role you will be providing care and support of breast cancer patients throughout their treatment journey, offering expert care, education, and emotional support.
About Us:
Established in 2016 Gold Coast Private Hospital is a 339 bed, 22 operating theatre facility located in Southport, the heart of the Gold Coast Precinct. Specialities include and are not limited to: 24/7 Emergency Care Centre, Medical, Orthopaedic, Bariatric, Neurosurgical, Plastics, ENT & General Surgical, Obstetrics, Cardiac Care and Oncology. Gold Coast Private Hospital is continually growing and offers exciting opportunities and professional career pathways in health care.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide specialized nursing care to patients with breast cancer, from diagnosis through all phases of treatment and follow-up.
· Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
· Offer education and counselling to patients and their families regarding breast cancer, treatment options, side effects, and post-treatment care.
· Coordinate diagnostic tests, treatments, and follow-up appointments to ensure seamless patient care.
· Advocate for patients' needs and preferences, ensuring they receive appropriate and timely medical attention.
· Participate in patient case reviews and contribute to clinical decision-making processes.
· Stay current with advancements in breast cancer treatment and care, incorporating evidence-based practices into nursing care.
· Assist in the development and delivery of educational programs for patients and staff.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience, with a focus on oncology and breast cancer care
- Completion of Grad Cert in Breast Cancer Nursing or preparedness to enrol and complete this course
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide compassionate care and support.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and education.
Why Healthscope?
When you join Healthscope, you become part of our Community of Care.
Our people are at the heart of our organisation - no matter the role, every day our people make a difference to the lives of our patients and their families. We work together to create positive, memorable experiences, alongside our quality care, in every moment of every day.
As the only national private hospital operator and healthcare provider in Australia, our 42 sites are supported by our central Support Office, enabling them to provide an exceptional experience for the communities we care for. Healthscope opens the door to endless opportunities for our people, giving them the flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
We encourage the pursuit of continuous professional development and education and support our people to grow and flourish securely.
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us.
While our hospital network is vast, Healthscope is a family. We support each other, we share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
You'll also benefit from:
* Flexibility to work across one or multiple hospitals across our network.
* Discounted health insurance
* Continuous professional development, education & support provided to encourage growth
We pride ourselves on working with talented, passionate and caring people to ensure our patients receive the highest quality care and experience during their stay with us. We support each other, share learnings, celebrate successes and face challenges together.
Come and be the difference in our patient's lives.
Applications close: 7th June 2024
To Apply: Please click on the 'Apply' button to be taken to our online application form. For any questions, please reach out ***********@healthscope.com.au
More Information: Our commitment to quality and safety for our patients, staff and visitors is our highest priority. Applicants will be required to provide a current National Police check, WWCC (where applicable) and Evidence of right to work in Australia prior to appointment. Staff in patient contact roles will be required to provide proof of immunity to specified infectious diseases as a Category A Healthcare worker.
