AddressCompany Description
Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.
Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.
Job Description
An exciting opportunity for a part time Surgical Breast Care Nurse (BCN) at Epworth Richmond is now available. Working with our key (breast surgeon) stakeholders, this role will be practice based to support the needs of women undergoing surgical treatment for breast cancer.
The BCN will play a pivotal role in meeting the psychological, emotional and education needs of women, providing them support throughout their patient journey.
You will make an impact by:
- Providing information, resources and support to both patients and their families/carers
- Facilitating relevant referrals to ensure patients receive comprehensive and coordinated care
- Liaising with VMOs and other members of the health care team
- Provide education to patients undergoing surgical treatments for breast cancer
- Ensure patients are aware of support services available within the hospital and the community
The successful applicant will have:
- Current Nursing AHRPA registration
- Surgical Experience in Breast Care Nursing
- The ability to work independently and with multi - disciplinary teams
- Proven interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated excellent time management and prioritisation
- Commitment to safe best practice & quality care
- Post graduate qualifications in (or working towards) Breast Care nursing
Position Description Inherent Requirements
About Epworth Richmond
Epworth Richmond is a rapidly growing, fast-paced and dynamic teaching hospital where you will work alongside top-flight practitioners in all areas. You will challenge your skills, broaden your experience and grow your expertise through exposure to a wide range of clinical specialties, treatment options and the latest in technology. Epworth will support you to provide the best possible care to our patients by continually investing in your education, better facilities and technologies.
Additional Information
At Epworth, it’s a community
It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:
- Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 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
The annual salary range for full time Clinical Consultant – AUD $105,814 - $106,466 + super + entitlements ,depending on registration type, year level and position (prorated for part-time).
Enquire / Apply
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For more information, refer to the position description or contact ******@epworth.org.au or call (03) 9426 0***.
We request that your application for the Breast Care Specialist Nurse position is submitted via Epworth’s Careers portal by Monday 10 June 2024.
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), it is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and 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.
It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 and / or Influenza vaccinations, including where this is recommended or required by public health authorities, and including booster vaccinations doses.
As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and 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.
