McGrath Cancer Care Nurse - Lung and Colo-rectal Cancer
Classified as Clinical Nurse Consultant C Y2
McGrath Cancer Care Nurse – Lung and Colo-rectal
Full Time Role - Part Time may be considered
Exciting opportunity in a key role within the dynamic Cancer Services team at Mildura Base Public Hospital
The McGrath Cancer Care Nurse role is a valued and well-established role at Mildura Base Public Hospital
The position is supported by the McGrath Foundation
Applications are sought from suitably qualified Registered Nurses with preferably previous Oncology experience to work with the Oncology team at MBPH and surrounding area.
Employment Type :12 month funded position
Position Classification :Clinical Nurse Consultant C Year 2
Where you'll be working
Mildura Rural City is located in the northwest of the Loddon Mallee region known locally as Sunraysia on the banks of the Murray River. Mildura Rural City Local Government Area (LGA) encompasses the towns of Mildura, Robinvale, Red Cliffs, Werrimull, Ouyen, Underbool, Murrayville and Manangatang. The Wentworth Shire LGA includes the towns of Wentworth, Buronga, Gol Gol, Dareton, Euston, Balranald and Pooncarie. As a result of our geographical location, patients may have to travel large distances for treatment in tertiary centres, 550 kms to Melbourne & 400 kms to Bendigo and Adelaide (SA). As a tri-state health care provider with a focus on the Northern Mallee, MBPH services parts of New South Wales, South Australia and Victoria, we have a unique role to play in the provision of health care and the social fabric in our region. While our geographical coverage is large, so is the demographic we service. The cultural and linguistic diversity in our population means we need to provide a wide range of different services across a broad cross section of the community and form strong partnerships to ensure the successful delivery of healthcare to the people of this region.
At MBPH (Mildura Base Public Hospital) we are committed to providing exceptional patient care, a high level of professionalism, community engagement and a positive and aligned workplace culture.
What you'll be doing
The McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (MCCN) provides care, information, and support for people with colorectal or lung cancer across the continuity of care pathways and multidisciplinary teams across the cancer care community within MBPH and Mildura and surrounding areas. The MCCN will provide collaborative clinical and supportive care for patients and their families, along with the facilitation of communication across the multidisciplinary cancer care team.
The McGrath Cancer Care Nurse will have expert knowledge regarding the spectrum of colorectal and lung cancer care, inclusive of health assessment, treatment pathways, referrals, and on-going facilitation of clinical and supportive cancer care.
The MCCN will act as a resource person for the hospital responsible for applying advanced knowledge and skills to facilitate the continuity and quality of care of patients diagnosed with colorectal or lung cancer and their families. Promoting best practice in the provision of patient care through clinical improvement initiatives and service innovation. Coordinating patient centred care with the Mildura Base Hospital Oncology Team, supporting patients in the outpatient setting and promoting best practice care with efficient management of treatment complications
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, MBPH will implement reasonable adjustments consistent with industry standard.
Post Graduate Qualification in cancer nursing- oncology and/or Palliative care (or working towards post graduate qualifications)
AHPRA Nursing Registration Division 1
Minimum of five years post registration in specialty areas of oncology, palliative care or cancer stream nursing or relevant experience in advanced practice
Further Selection Criteria:
Understanding of scope of practice in line with relevant registration
Demonstrated understanding of the physical and psychosocial needs of patients diagnosed with Lung or Colorectal cancers
Demonstrated ability to assess, plan, initiate and manage complex cases at an advanced level
Ability to manage designated portfolio and display excellent collaborative leadership, teaching and mentoring skills
Excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills and the ability to provide information
and education effectively to patients, families and carers
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. Demonstrated excellent collaborative, leadership, and teaching skills
Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated effective organisational and time management skills and the capacity to successfully manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Need more information?
For role related queries or questions contact Andrea Bock MBPH Oncology NUM: (emailprotected)
Applications Close: 11 July 2025
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The Mildura Base Public Hospital is an organisation driven by a genuine focus on patient centred care, delivering exceptional care for our consumer base of over 80,000. With this focus guiding the functioning of our organisation on a daily basis, in line with our HEART values, we have established a work environment in which there are greater levels of employee engagement and professional development than ever seen before. Our workforce of over 1250 employees are committed to providing a service to our community 24/7 which will have long lasting positive outcomes.
The Mildura Base Public Hospital is an organisation driven by a genuine focus on patient centred care, delivering exceptional care for our consumer base of over 80,000. With this focus guiding the functioning of our organisation on a daily basis, in line with our HEART values, we have established a work environment in which there are greater levels of employee engagement and professional development than ever seen before. Our workforce of over 1250 employees are committed to providing a service to our community 24/7 which will have long lasting positive outcomes.
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