Oncology Registered Nurse
On-siteBuderim, Queensland, Australia
Job Summary
Deliver evidence-based, comprehensive oncology nursing care in accordance with QLD Health Legislation and ACQSHC National Standards. Provide holistic nursing care, high-level patient assessments, and referrals for optimal outcomes while conducting nursing observations and administering medications per policy. Collaborate with Oncologists and the multidisciplinary team to support patients and caregivers, contributing to quality improvements with the Quality and Clinical Governance team. Practice in medical haematology and/or oncology, including competency in cytotoxic chemotherapy, PICC, PORT, IV cannulation, and phlebotomy. This permanent part-time role (0.5 FTE) offers professional development and work-life balance within Cancer Care Associates' dedicated SCHOC site on the Sunshine Coast.
Required Qualifications
- Current and unrestricted registration and experience as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA
- Recent medical haematology and/or oncology experience
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating empathy for patients and their caregivers
- Strong clinical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective care planning and coordination skills
- Dedication to quality improvement and evidence-based practice
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Experience administering Cytotoxic chemotherapy and related cancer treatments including ADAC chemotherapy competency
- Competency in PICC, PORT, IV Cannulation, and Phlebotomy
- 0.5 FTE (approximately 38 hours per fortnight)
- No weekend or after-hours work
Desired Qualifications
- Recent experience in medical haematology and/or medical oncology
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