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Form of work
Salary- Full-time or part time position in Macquarie University Clinical Trials Unit.
- One year contract in the first instance
- Competitive base salary ranging from $68,852 - $98,634 per annum, one of the highest private hospital rates in NSW
- Be part of a university owned, innovative academically integrated healthcare organisation where professional development, ongoing education and career progression are supported and encouraged.
The Role:
We are seeking an experienced nurse to work with patients participating in Clinical Trials. The role involves providing high quality care to patients to support their physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs. You will be expected to assist with collecting biological samples, administering study medication, monitoring vital signs and ECGs and be a resource for trial participants providing assistance with their medications and with their management of adverse events. You will support staff and patients with education regarding the trials and the medications under investigation. You will be an integral part of clinical trial teams which include clinicians, study coordinators, pharmacists, lab technicians and radiologists.
Key Accountabilities:
- Provide clinical support such as collecting biological samples, administering study medication (oral and by injection or infusion), monitoring vital signs, conducting ECGs and providing assistance to trial participants with medications and adverse event management.
- Provide high quality care to participants in Clinical Trials including attention to their physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs as well as communicating with their support people.
- Communicate clinical trial processes and results with participants with empathy and accuracy.
- Resolve and/or appropriately escalate participant issues in a confidential and sensitive manner that respects patient privacy.
- Mentor and support Clinical Trial Coordinators with patient care.
About you:
You will be a passionate and empathetic individual with a strong focus on patient care. You will be a currently Registered Nurse with at least 3 years of hospital based patient care ideally in oncology, and ideally you will have Clinical Trials experience. You will have a track record of excellence as a team player and as someone with initiative. You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have excellent time management skills.
About Us:
Macquarie University Hospital is Australia's first and only private not-for-profit teaching hospital on a university campus. The hospital sits under the umbrella of MQ Health encompassing the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences, the Clinical Trials Unit and other specialised clinical services. Modelled on renowned international university hospitals, our approach to treatment is based on combining the best available knowledge, expertise and technology to ensure our patients receive a comprehensive and integrated service, as well as the utmost compassion, support and care.
At MQ Health we unite the best clinicians, the most qualified researchers and the most dynamic teachers to lead the development of health and medical education and practice in Australia. We are Australia's first fully integrated university-led health sciences centre, combining excellence in clinical care with teaching and research. MQ Health brings together Macquarie University Hospital, MQ Health Clinics, and the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Human Sciences.
The Clinical Trials Unit provides patients with a wide range of disease with opportunities to access to cutting-edge therapies and investigations. Our team of 60 support hundreds patients in over 150 trials. The team is well resourced and supported and has a highly collaborative team culture.
We offer fabulous Employee Benefits including:
- Flexible working conditions
- Competitive remuneration package
- Salary packaging for everyday expenses (Maxxia)
- Comfortable and sophisticated working condition
- Extensive campus-based Sports & Fitness facilities
To Apply
To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate the below requirements in your CV and a 1-2 page cover letter:
- Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with at least 3 years experience
- Previous experience in oncology and / or Clinical Trials is desirable. Please specify the therapeutic area, the level of patient interaction and summarise the responsibilities you had in the relevant roles you have had.
- Experience of venepuncture, and cannulation and administering medications including intravenous, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections.
- Experience developing and providing patient education
- Highly developed customer service and ability to work independently with excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
Role Specific Conditions
- Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Up-to-date immunisations
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Up-to-date CPR accreditation
Specific Role enquiries please contact Nicola Chapman, Head of Clinical Operations at **************@mq.edu.au
