- Part-Time (0.8 FTE, 4 Days P/W)
- Contract position until June 2027
- Role supported by Icon’s Nursing Education Team, Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, Icon’s Network of SME’s & On-Site Nursing and Medical Specialists
Icon Cancer Centre and Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia have an exciting opportunity for a Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse to join our Mackay team in a part-time capacity. Reporting to the Nurse Unit Manager, this role will focus on the delivery of exceptional personalised cancer supportive care to men with prostate cancer in Mackay. Read more about our Mackay Centre: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/centre/mackay/
The role of the Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse is to work in partnership across all health areas and sectors including non-government agencies, to contribute to the continuity and quality of care for patients diagnosed with prostate cancer. The level and types of interventions delivered by the Prostate Cancer Specialist Nurse will vary according to the complexity of care required and the individual need of the patients in their care.
Workload will be mainly self-generated, and this will be achieved through extensive interdisciplinary collaboration across primary, secondary and tertiary health. The incumbent is required to develop and implement a coordinated, evidenced based, seamless and patient focused approach to providing nursing care.
Key Responsibilities
- Provision of advanced patient centred comprehensive cancer care and support for patients with prostate cancer (initial assessment, needs triage, coordinate care services, regular follow-up identify opportunities for clinical trial participation).
- Provide high level of clinical care, act as a clinical resource, advisor, mentor, role model, and technical expert, in relation to prostate cancer, including facilitating education programmes.
- Participate in innovation and change to develop responses to address emerging service needs in relation to prostate cancer, across cancer care, surgery, and perioperative services.
- Participation in clinical research studies and data collection relevant to the prostate cancer role.
Required:
- Current AHPRA registration
- Demonstrated relevant advanced level of skill in cancer or urological nursing
- Demonstrated effective communication and interpersonal skills in a multidisciplinary context
- Ability to work effectively as a team member and autonomously
- Proven leadership qualities
- Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
- Evidence of participation in and commitment to quality improvement processes and best practice principles
- Possess or be working towards a relevant post graduate qualification
- Minimum 5 years post registration experience
- Significant experience in prostate cancer, urology or oncology nursing
- Patient teaching experience
- Competence in the use of relevant information technology
Icon Cancer Centre are pioneers of private cancer care in Australia with over 35 years' experience. There are currently 40 cancer centres across Australia and a joint venture in New Zealand with several in development. These centres include a mix of dedicated medical oncology, haematology, and radiation oncology facilities, as well as comprehensive cancer centres that bring all services together under one roof, including research and pharmacy. Over half of Icon’s cancer centres are in outer-metro and regional communities delivering on our mission to bring the best possible care, closer to home. For more information on our cancer services in Australia visit https://icongroup.global/en/our-services/cancer-services-australia/ or www.iconcancercentre.com.au
Here’s why our people choose us:
Purpose, at Pace: We remain focused on continually expanding our cancer treatment services and making them accessible to more people across Australia and internationally.
Impact, at Scale: We’re Australia’s largest dedicated provider of cancer care, with our global reach growing every day. Here you’ll know your work is making a difference.
Connection, at Heart: Our work isn’t easy but it’s extremely important. Our secret ingredient is our incredible, connected, and talented people. And their secret ingredient is each other.
Opportunity, at Hand: We’re constantly innovating. We deliver over 2.5 million patient interactions, in over 120 places, across 5 countries. Every week brings changes, growth and new opportunities.
Extra benefits for YOU:
- Career-Enhancing Training: Access dedicated, industry-recognized training courses to boost your career.
- Competitive Remuneration & Professional Development: Enjoy a structured career pathway and competitive pay.
- Rewards & Recognition: Be part of a valued rewards program that acknowledges your hard work.
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- Flexible Work Arrangements where applicable.
- Novated Lease Options: Access convenient vehicle financing through our partner RemServ.
- Paid Parental Leave: Enjoy paid parental leave as a permanent employee.
- Wellness Support: Utilize resources and tools to balance your psychological and physical health.
- Global Opportunities: Explore exciting international opportunities as part of Icon’s expansion.
- Middleton Scholarship Program: Apply for our internal scholarship to support your professional development.
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