Address- Full-time, permanent role
- Great benefits - salary packaging, extra leave, flexible conditions & more!
- Collaborative and positive workplace culture
At Lung Foundation Australia (LFA), we are passionate about the work we do and the difference we can make to the lives of Australians living with, or at risk of, lung disease and Lung Cancer.
Our values of BE FAIR guide everything we do, and we are proud of our positive and inclusive workplace culture and supportive team environment.
We are looking for a Lung Cancer Support Nurse – Telehealth to join our team based in our Milton office.
About the role
The Lung Cancer Support Nurse - Telehealth, is a newly created position within Lung Foundation Australia, funded through the Department of Health and Aged Care’s Australian Cancer Nursing and Navigation Program (ACNNP). The ACNNP represents a significant reform which will deliver improved cancer outcomes, across the cancer continuum, ensuring all people with cancer have access to high quality and culturally safe care, irrespective of their cancer type or location.
The Lung Cancer Support Nurse - Telehealth is a highly qualified thoracic oncology nurse responsible for providing evidence-based information and support, referral pathways and education via telehealth (telephone or video) to lung health professionals and people living with Lung Cancer, their carers and families. The specialist telehealth nurse will work cohesively with the Information and Support Centre to progress internally and externally generated telehealth appointments.
The role will also be responsible for the daily management of Australia and New Zealand Lung Cancer Nurses Forum (ANZ-LCNF), the peak group and community of practice for Lung Cancer nurses in Australia and New Zealand.
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have the following:
- Advanced knowledge of Lung Cancer, the Lung Cancer optimal care pathway and the health needs of people impacted by Lung Cancer across the continuum of care, from pre-diagnosis, through diagnosis and treatment, to survivorship and end of life care.
- Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate empathetically and effectively to a range of different audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to develop patient or health professional resources (printed and digital), such as factsheets, blogs, flyers, website material.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders, internally and externally.
- Ability to provide education to the community and health professionals on Lung Cancer and LFA services/programs
- Proven ability to work autonomously and cross-functionally across teams.
You will have at least 5 years’ experience in Oncology Nursing. Experience in Lung cancer nursing is essential. Nursing education and counselling experience is desirable. Previous experience working in an information and support service / helpline or highly desirable.
What we offer you!
We are an organisation with a shared purpose and vision. As a winner of The Voice Project Best Workplace Award, we have been recognised as a workplace that has excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce.
We also offer:
- Attractive salary packaging options - up to $15,900 per year in living expenses plus $2,650 per year in entertainment expenses.
- Hybrid work arrangements - mix of office and work from home.
- Additional leave including birthday leave, well-being leave and paid parental leave.
- Professional development allowance per annum.
- Opportunities to participate in community events and volunteering.
- Rewards and Recognition program.
- Wellness program and social events.
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
If you are passionate about helping others to live their best life with lung disease and thrive in an environment where you can educate and engage with patients about their lung health, then we would welcome you into our team at Australia’s leading lung health charity.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and a current resume.
To find out more about who we are and to view the Position Description, please visit https://lungfoundation.com.au/about/careers/
Lung Foundation Australia is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome all applications. Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply, as are those identifying as LGBTQIA+.
