* Lead specialist metastatic breast cancer care at a major tertiary hospital
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary oncology experts to improve outcomes
* Deliver evidence-based care and support patients across their cancer journey
Shape the future of metastatic breast cancer care. Lead, coordinate and deliver expert nursing support while partnering with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time (up to 30/06/2027)
Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
Remuneration: $68.50 - $69.86 per hour
Hours Per Week: 22.8
Location: Westmead Hospital
Where you'll be working
Join the team at Westmead Hospital, one of Australia's leading tertiary referral centres and a hub for complex cancer care within Western Sydney Local Health District. You'll work in partnership with the McGrath Foundation and a highly experienced multidisciplinary team to support people living with metastatic breast cancer. This role offers the opportunity to influence specialist cancer services while delivering compassionate, patient-centred care in a fast-paced and collaborative clinical environment.
* Work within a nationally recognised breast cancer care model supported by the McGrath Foundation
* Be part of a multidisciplinary oncology, radiation oncology and palliative care network
* Collaborate with experienced Breast Care Nurses and specialist clinicians
* Contribute to innovation, service development and evidence-based practice
* Work in a large teaching hospital committed to clinical excellence and professional growth
What you'll be doing
As the Advanced Breast McGrath Cancer Care Nurse, you will provide expert clinical leadership and specialist nursing care for patients diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer. Acting as a key clinical resource, you will coordinate care across the patient journey while supporting patients, families and staff through complex treatment pathways. Key responsibilities will be to:
* Provide advanced clinical assessment, care coordination and patient advocacy
* Lead evidence-based practice and contribute to clinical guideline development
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to plan and optimise patient treatment pathways
* Deliver education, consultancy and specialist advice to staff, patients and carers
* Contribute to service improvement, clinical planning and quality initiatives
What you'll bring
To succeed in this role you will be a passionate oncology or palliative care nurse with strong leadership skills and a commitment to improving patient outcomes.
* Current Registered Nurse registration with AHPRA
* Postgraduate qualifications in cancer or palliative care nursing
* Extensive clinical experience in oncology with demonstrated specialist knowledge
* Strong leadership, communication and multidisciplinary collaboration skills
* Ability to work autonomously while supporting complex patient care pathways
Ready to make a difference?
Join a health system where your expertise, compassion and leadership will help shape the future of cancer care. Apply today and be part of a team delivering exceptional care to the Western Sydney community while advancing specialist nursing practice. Apply online by submitting your resume, and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.
Essential Requirement:
* Registration: Current Registration as a Registered Nurse with Australian Health practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
* Qualification: Holds approved postgraduate qualifications relevant to the specialty of Breast Cancer Care or qualifications deemed appropriate by WSLHD
Selection Criteria:
* Registered Nurse with at least five years post registration experience with at least three years' experience in relevant service
* Relevant post graduate qualifications in cancer or palliative care nursing
* Demonstrated expertise in assessment, diagnosis/ formulation/ management of patients with cancer.
* Proven clinical leadership capabilities with the ability to provide consultancy advice, education and support to individuals, their families, nursing staff and other health professionals.
* Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team and an ability to identify and improve opportunities to enhance continuity of care between breast cancer and other health care services.
* Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and in a multidisciplinary team with high level time management, problem solving, analytical and organisational skills
* Demonstrated competency in written and verbal communication, report writing and research skills.
Requisition ID: REQ643603
Applications Close: 29th March 2026
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* Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
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* For inquiries about the role, contact Jayne Robinson on
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/
Westmead hospital car parking allocation model is changing. There is a waitlist for parking for new staff commencing at Westmead Hospital. This does not apply for staff with disability.
Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.
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