Overview
- Registered Nurse
Outpatient Services
Calvary Mater Newcastle
Permanent Full-Time and Part-Time Positions
Responsibilities
* Provide safe, effective and appropriate care in a patient-focused ambulatory care environment.
* Work across the Medical Centre, Radiation Oncology and Day Treatment Centre as required.
* Be experienced in an acute care setting, participate in professional development and training, with an interest in cancer care.
Duties
* Perform comprehensive and accurate nursing assessment of patients.
* Ensure timely, complete and accurate documentation of nursing care and patient progress in medical records and communicate with team members.
* Plan appropriate care in consultation with patient and multidisciplinary team.
* Identify and implement discharge planning requirements.
* Prioritise and implement planned care to achieve expected outcomes.
* Evaluate patient progress and revise nursing interventions as required.
* Operate in accordance with legislation and policy relevant to practice.
Learn more about our community and services here.
About You / Qualifications
* Registered Nurse authorised to practice by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
* Minimum 12 months recent experience in cancer nursing or an acute care setting.
* Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing or willingness to work towards.
* Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and in periods of high demand.
* Demonstrated computer literacy.
* Demonstrated communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
* Commitment to personal and professional development.
For further information, please contact Megan Kepreotis, Nurse Unit Manager, Outpatient Services, at
Why Join Us
* Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients, with benefits for NSW Health employees transferring leave balances on commencement.
* Fitness Passport; Gender Neutral parental leave; 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time); ADOs for full-time staff.
* Superannuation contributions at 12%; Annual Leave Loading at 17.5%.
* Novated leasing available for eligible employees; Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family.
* Generous salary packaging options that reduce taxable income and increase take-home pay.
Why Newcastle, NSW?
Newcastle is a thriving city with natural scenery, world-class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, and an average 15-minute commute time.
How to Apply
* Click 'Apply for Job' and follow the prompts.
* Create a profile in the Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user).
* Attach a current resume.
* Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria.
* Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max).
Notes: You will be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description. Pre-employment checks may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation. You may be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for the role.
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