AddressAbout the Job
At Cancer Care Griffith, we are seeking individuals who share our passion for innovation and are dedicated to improving the lives of patients we provide cancer care to in our local communities.
Join us in making a meaningful impact!
We currently have a full-time, permanent opportunity for a Nurse Unit Manager to join our cancer centre, located in Griffith, NSW.
As the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be responsible for leading the nursing team at your site to align with Cancer Care Griffith's strategy, vision, and values. This involves leveraging advanced nursing knowledge and skills, providing exemplary leadership, and fostering effective communication to ensure a motivated workforce and efficient resource management while addressing all regulatory requirements.
The Nurse Unit Manager should possess a deep understanding of current trends, research, and policies in oncology nursing. Working closely with the centre leader, quality & compliance team, and Director of Nursing, you will ensure the application of evidence-based, best practice guidelines.
More Specifically, You Will:
- Lead the nursing staff by serving as an exemplary role model and maintaining high levels of communication.
- Conduct performance development and management as necessary, including annual performance reviews for the nursing team.
- Actively support and champion Cancer Care Griffith's initiatives to enhance culture, quality, efficiency, and effectiveness, assuming leadership roles in projects when required.
- Collaborate within a multidisciplinary onsite team, including doctors, physicists, radiation therapists, nursing, and administrative staff, to implement efficient and effective workflow processes. Evaluate and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Play a pivotal role in performing, managing, implementing, and enhancing the quality of the patient experience.
What You Will Need:
- Current Registration as a Nurse with AHPRA.
- Clinical experience as a nurse, with a preference for at least 3 years of nursing experience and 1 year in oncology.
- Demonstrated clinical knowledge and the ability to apply relevant legislation, guidelines, and standards.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to empathize with patients and their caregivers.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Commitment to quality patient care and experience in effectively leading a team to achieve goals.
Benefits Of Joining Our Team:
- Collaborate closely with a tightly-knit nursing team dedicated to providing high-quality cancer care to our patients, fostering a supportive and cohesive work environment.
- Maintain a healthy work-life balance with no night shifts or late shifts, allowing you to prioritize your well-being while delivering exceptional care.
- Engage in regular interaction with patients, cultivating meaningful relationships that contribute to their overall well-being and satisfaction.
- Access our comprehensive professional development program, designed to support your growth and advancement within the field of oncology nursing.
- Thrive in a supportive and fast-paced work environment, where opportunities for professional growth and development are plentiful.
- Join a team aligned with a trusted name in Oncology, where excellence in patient care and treatment is prioritized.
- Benefit from collaborating with industry leaders who bring extensive experience in Oncology operations, enriching your professional journey with valuable insights and expertise.
About Cancer Care Griffith:
Cancer Care Griffith is committed to providing integrated cancer care with a focus on individualized treatment and improving patient outcomes. As part of the Cancer Care Associates (CCA) network, we deliver high-quality, compassionate services to our patients, making a positive impact in the fight against cancer.
CCA is a leading oncology services provider in Australia, committed to evidence-based treatment in a multidisciplinary team environment, with an extensive and exciting growth pipeline ahead with new comprehensive centres under construction across NSW at Taree, and across QLD at Noosa and Moreton Bay, together with Radiation Oncology services to be established at the existing centres in Miranda and Wollongong.
We will see our network further expand in 2024 to ensure Australian communities have access to affordable, integrated cancer treatment services, not only providing essential cancer care services but reducing travel time and out of pocket expenses for cancer care patients in need.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement:
In line with the Public Health Order, all Cancer Care Associates employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19. To be eligible for consideration to perform work for Cancer Care Associates, all recruits must provide evidence against COVID-19 and comply with the requirements of the Public Health Order prior to appointment.
If you are passionate about oncology nursing and making a positive impact, join us at Cancer Care Griffith. Applications will close on Wednesday, 29th May 2024.
Cancer Care Griffith is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
