#535508 McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (Breast)

Cancer Services

Calvary Mater Newcastle

Permanent Part Time (0.5)

At Calvary Mater Newcastle we provide a comprehensive range of cancer services, diagnosis and treatment including surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Our focus is on patient care and helping you through your entire journey to wellness. Learn more about our services here!

• Salary Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2, Year 1 – 2
• Remuneration: $66.50 to $67.83 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options.

THE ROLE:

The McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (Breast) applies their advanced knowledge of the health needs, preferences, and circumstances of individuals with breast cancer to optimise the individual’s health and well-being at various phases across the continuum of care, including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, follow-up and palliative care. The McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (Breast) incorporates advanced knowledge and skills in supportive care, including providing specialised and tailored information and education, psychological support, and clinical care using the McGrath Model of Care.

The McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (Breast) facilitates continuity of care between different phases of the cancer journey, care settings, care plans and care providers to ensure optimal care is provided throughout the patients’ individual care.

DUTIES:

• Application of advanced breast cancer knowledge and skills
• Care coordination for people diagnosed with breast cancer
• Promotion of interdisciplinary breast care
• Patient focused supportive care
• Act as a breast cancer resource person
• Satisfy the requirements of the McGrath Foundation

ABOUT YOU:

• Registered Nurse authorised to practice by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience with 3 years’ full-time experience in a Breast Care Nurse related role and post graduate qualification in Breast Care Nursing or Oncology.
• High-level awareness of applying advanced knowledge of health needs, preferences, and circumstances of women with breast cancer to optimise outcomes across the continuum of care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of theory and recent research relevant to the field of breast cancer nursing.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal skills, and a team-oriented approach.

For further information please contact Marissa Ledlin, Operations Manager Cancer Services on email: Marissa.Ledlin@calvarymater.org.au 

WHY JOIN US?

CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits:

• Fitness Passport. 
• Gender Neutral parental leave
• Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 %
• Superannuation contributions at 11.5%
• ADO's each month (for full-time employees)
• Novated leasing available for eligible employees
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay!

WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW?

Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here!

HOW DO YOU APPLY?

• Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:
• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user)
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.)

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.