Clinical Nurse Consultant

Position DetailsReference Number 51259
Position Title Clinical Nurse Consultant
Employment Status Permanent Part Time
Location Olivia Newton-John Cancer & Wellness Centre
Department / Ward / Clinical Area Clinical Haematology CNCs
Hours per Week 24.00
Position SummaryAustin Health is the major provider of tertiary health services, health professional education and research across three campuses in the north-east of Melbourne and state-wide. We have a highly engaged, diverse and collaborative workforce that is unified by our purpose, which is to help people live healthy and fulfilled lives.About the Clinical HaematologyClinical Haematology forms part of the Olivia Newton John Cancer Wellness and Research Centre at Austin Health, and provides services for a wide range of benign and malignant haematological conditions in the inpatient, specialist clinics, day treatment and home settings. Close collaboration occurs with laboratory haematology. Apheresis, autologous and allogeneic stem cell transplantation form part of the service. A consultative service is also provided throughout Austin Health.About the roleAn exciting opportunity exists for an experienced and dynamic haematology nurse to join the Clinical Haematology CNC team as the Myelodysplasia (MDS) and Myeloproliferative Neoplasm (MPN) Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC). This role will work across the acute haematology inpatient ward, Day Oncology (including Day Oncology at Home and the Haematology Symptom and Urgent Review Clinic), Apheresis, Specialist Clinics and other clinical areas as required.The role is permanent 0.6 EFT (24 hours/week). Days must include Tuesday and Friday due to clinc, 3rd allocated day is negotiable.About youTo be successful in this role you will be/have:

• Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
• Post graduate qualification in Oncology/Haematology nursing or equivalent
• Significant clinical haematology experience, with experience in a senior nursing role
• Evidence of a commitment to excellence in the care of haematology patients, with demonstrated understanding of the care and management of patients with MDS and MPN in an inpatient and ambulatory setting
• Excellent organisation, time-management skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Our benefitsWorking at Austin Health means enjoying a strong sense of purpose, engaging in meaningful work every day. Our people also receive a variety of rewarding benefits, including:

• Greater take-home pay through generous salary packaging for living expenses, meals and holiday accommodation
• A suite of wellness initiatives designed to support you, including discounted fitness memberships and special offers on health insurance, and a comprehensive wellbeing program
• Mentoring, learning and career development opportunities
• Onsite childcare, easy access via public transport, discounted car parking
• Five weeks annual leave (pro rata for part time), plus purchased leave options

Inclusion at Austin HealthWe celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, bodies and abilities. We welcome and support applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, physically or culturally diverse, LGBTQIA+, and people of any age.Work with us!If you feel this role is right for you, we encourage your early application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the closing date. This means we reserve the right to close a job ad prior to the advertised closing date. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory National Police Check and if required, a Working With Children Check. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, you are welcome to reach out to the hiring manager.Selection Criteria Essential: • Registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
Essential: • Post graduate qualification in Oncology/Haematology nursing or equivalent
Essential: • Significant clinical haematology experience, with experience in a senior nursing role
Essential: • Evidence of a commitment to excellence in the care of haematology patients, with demonstrated understanding of the care and management of patients with MDS and MPN in an inpatient and ambulatory setting