• Brand New, Melanoma Specialist Nurse Position – Part-Time (0.6 FTE)
• 18-month part-time contract
• Role supported by Icon’s Nursing Education Team, Melanoma Institute Australia, On-Site Nursing and Medical Specialists

The role exists to provide better care for patients across their unique journey, providing support at dedicated time points across the cancer treatment continuum to reduce burden and achieve optimal health outcomes.
  
Because of the complex, specific and varied nature of the role, we’re seeking an experienced oncology nurse who is familiar with Melanoma and the care pathways across the range of cancer treatments available.
  
You will develop and implement a coordinated, evidence based, seamless patient focused approach to providing nursing care for patients diagnosed with advanced and high-risk melanoma. The level and types of intervention delivered will vary according to the individual needs of the patients in their care.
  
Key responsibilities include assessing needs, facilitating timely referrals, ensuring continuity of care, educating patients and families, adhering to evidence-based guidelines, driving service improvement, and serving as a liaison between patients and the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
  
The position demands adaptability to evolving cancer treatments, supportive care, and changing service needs to optimise patient outcomes.
  
Qualifications:

• Possess a Bachelor of Nursing and a minimum of 5 years post registration
• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse 
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience in oncology, melanoma or surgical nursing
• Possess or be working towards a nursing qualification in Medical Oncology, Melanoma, Surgical Oncology, or other as deemed appropriate by the organisation
• Patient teaching experience and/or a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment
• Member of relevant professional bodies (e.g., CNSA, COSA)

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated relevant advanced level of skill in advanced high-risk melanoma, or oncology nursing.
• Highly effective interpersonal communication and collaborative problem-solving skills in a multidisciplinary context.
• Proven leadership qualities.
• Evidence of participation in and commitment to quality improvement and best practice.

Desired:

• Competence in the use of relevant information technology.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills

Learn about the services offered at our Townsville Centre: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/centre/townsville/
  
Icon Group  
Icon Group is Australia's largest integrated provider of cancer care with a growing reach in New Zealand, Asia and the United Kingdom.  
 
Icon is built on a strong but simple mission - to deliver the best care possible to as many people as possible, as close to home as possible. The group brings together all aspects of quality cancer care including medical oncology, haematology, radiation oncology, research, theranostics, pharmacy and compounding to deliver a truly integrated, end-to-end seamless service for cancer patients. With more than 3500 team members, a network of more than 350 doctors, over 50 cancer centres, six compounding facilities and operational support of 70 plus pharmacies, Icon is delivering world-leading care and helping address the global cancer burden.  
 
For more information visit http://www.icongroup.global and follow Icon Group on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/icon-group  

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.
• Exclusive Discounts & Cashback: Save on hundreds of brands with our Ignite app.
• 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.
• Middleton Scholarship Program: Apply for our internal scholarship to support your professional development.

We’re excited for you to join us!  
At Icon, build relationships that matter. Apply Now because At Icon, You Can. 
 
Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.  
  
Pre-employment Health Requirement
Icon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs). Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.