McGrath Foundation Cancer Care Nurse - Clinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 2)

How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.

1. Post Graduate qualifications in breast cancer nursing, oncology, or palliative care, AHPRA Nursing Registration Division 1, Minimum of 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience as a registered nurse with at least 3 years recent full time equivalent experience in Oncology, Palliative Care or Breast Cancer Nursing. Experience in breast cancer/care nursing is essential. 
2. Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, initiate and manage complex cases at an advanced level.
3. Demonstrated understanding of the physical, and psychological needs of patients with metastatic breast cancer.
4. Understanding of common treatment regimens for metastatic breast cancer
5. Proven ability to implement change and develop direction in clinical practice by the use of evidence-based research and best practice principles.
6. Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills and the ability to provide, information and education effectively to patients, families, and carers.
7. Demonstrated effective organisational and time management skills and the capacity to successfully manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
8. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, with excellent collaborative, leadership, and teaching skills.
9. Experience in the development, implementation and review of policy, procedure, and guidelines and experience in strategic and clinical service planning.

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Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees  receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.

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