Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - McGrath Cancer Nurse - Gastrointestinal
Become a McGrath Gastrointestinal Cancer Nurse and transform lives by delivering compassionate, expert care to individuals facing the complexities of Gastrointestinal cancer.
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until July 2027
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $131,870.9 - $134,500.7 + 11.5% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ577299
About the role:
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals battling gastrointestinal cancer? Join the McGrath GCN team and become a pivotal leader in advancing specialist services for patients facing this challenging condition. As a clinical expert in advanced gastrointestinal cancer, you'll play a crucial role in developing and enhancing innovative, evidence-based practices that align with clinical guidelines and the McGrath Model of Care. Your expertise will be instrumental in guiding patients, supporting families, and collaborating with healthcare staff across Maitland and Muswellbrook. This role offers a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of compassionate care, shaping the future of gastrointestinal cancer treatment, and making a lasting difference in the community.
Where you'll be working:
Located in Maitland, our facility operates exclusively during daytime hours from Monday to Friday, with additional outpatient services and some travel to Muswellbrook is required. Established in 2022, our centre features a stunning design with floor-to-ceiling windows that provide breathtaking views of the surrounding bushland. Set within this tranquil environment, our brand-new, state-of-the-art facility is outfitted with top-tier technology and amenities, ensuring our patients receive the highest standard of care in a peaceful and restorative setting.
Maitland Hospital is designed to offer high-quality care in a modern and comfortable environment, incorporating advanced technology and innovative practices to improve health outcomes. Situated in the picturesque Lower Hunter Valley, it boasts a charming riverine landscape and historic buildings. The area provides a variety of affordable housing options and excellent local public and private schools. Maitland is conveniently connected by road, rail, and air, located less than two hours north of Sydney, just 15 minutes from Hunter Valley Wine Country, and 30 minutes from Newcastle.
About you:
- You listen with empathy, taking the time to truly understand and validate the patient's fears and hopes throughout their journey.
- You act as a reliable confidant, honouring the patient's privacy and keeping their medical information confidential.
- You remain committed to continuous learning and staying current with the latest updates and training, ensuring you offer the most knowledgeable support and care.
Essential Requirements:
- A Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA who has at least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience in either surgical or medical oncology, with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience in gastrointestinal or cancer care or related discipline. In addition, you must have approved postgraduate nursing qualifications in gastrointestinal care nursing or cancer nursing (minimum first unit of post graduate certificate), or willingness if deemed necessary to complete the post graduate certificate in gastrointestinal care nursing, and an eligibility to drive in NSW.
- Eligible to drive in NSW with a current unrestricted NSW Drivers Licence.
What we can offer you:
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated lease
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals
Additional Information:
- Click here for the Position Description
- Find out more about applying for this position
- An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
- We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
For role related queries or questions contact Vanessa Fellows on Vanessa.Fellows@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply.
Please contact Rebecca.Caldwell@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
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