Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse with a passion for Cancer care? South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking an experienced and compassionate individual to join our esteemed Oncology team.

 About the role

At South West Healthcare, we are committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to our community. Our Day Oncology Unit, located within the state-of-the-art South West Regional Cancer Centre, offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families. Operating Monday to Thursday, our 10 chair Chemotherapy Unit provides comprehensive cancer services enabling patients to be treated from diagnosis through all options of treatment.

You will be responsible for providing evidenced-based care to Oncology and Haematology patients as well as other conditions requiring specialist infusional care. You will join an expanding comprehensive oncology services department and be part of an exceptionally patient-focused team who are friendly and passionate about providing individualised care. 

You will play a key role in:

• Delivering high quality nursing care and an exceptional patient experience within the Day Oncology Unit
• Utilising your critical thinking skills and evidence-based approach to the clinical care of patients
• Offering oncology education and support to patients and their families
• Ensuring patient flow is managed whilst providing high standards of patient care

Position Overview

• Part-time (32 hours per fortnight), Fixed-term position
• Commencing in May 2025 until February 2026
• Warrnambool Campus
• Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $81,364.40 - $100,146.80 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

 The successful applicant will:

• Hold a current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Have relevant postgraduate experience in oncology nursing.
• Have a passion for delivering patient-centred care with a focus on meeting the physical, emotional, and social needs of individuals and their families.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills to interact with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

• Demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development and education to stay abreast of the latest advancements in oncology care.

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions;
• Internal and external professional development opportunities;
• Ongoing clinical supervision;
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs;
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment;

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

 How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday, 20 April 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

 Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification Registered Nurse Grade 2

 The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check
• Current Immunisation status

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