Acting Breast Care Coordinator (RN Level 2) Parental Leave 10 month contract

工作内容

Located on the edge of Adelaide’s CBD adjacent to the beautiful South Eastern Park Lands, St Andrew’s is the largest independent private Hospital in Australia, with 40,000 procedures being performed each year. St Andrew’s provides a comprehensive suite of cancer services, offering patients the medical expertise and support services expected from a centre of excellence. Our 3rd Floor Ward Nursing Team contributes to these services through the care of oncology patients as well as those who have recently undergone gynaecological, plastic or breast surgery.

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified and experienced Registered Nurses for a 10 month parental leave cover contract as a Clinical Nurse Breast Care Coordinator (RN Level 2).

About You

It is expected you will have significant experience in Breast Care Nursing with a minimum of 4 years in an acute setting primarily in the area of breast cancer and surgical reconstruction. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate core nursing values of patient centred care, trust and respect in every interaction with patients and colleagues as well strong clinical knowledge, well-developed time management skills and the ability to work both autonomously and as a key team member.

About The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual with a solid background in Breast Care and previous leadership experience, or is a great next step for someone with aspirations towards a career in nursing leadership. You will coordinate and deliver a comprehensive Breast Care service for patients undergoing surgery and related treatment for Breast Cancer, assuming responsibility for the nursing plan of care and is accountable for, patient care management decisions specific to assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the plan. Our Clinical Nurses perform an important leadership role by promoting a culture of clinical excellence based on person centred care. You will provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, whilst assisting the Clinical Manager to effectively coordinate the team to deliver superior outcomes for our patients. Our Clinical Nurses also hold responsibility for a portfolio of work (supported by the manager).

Other Key Responsibilities Include

• Delivering and monitoring day-to-day nursing practice in line with clinical standards, policies and procedures;
• Assisting the Clinical Manager to monitor and manage the performance of nursing staff within the work area, including mentoring and coaching others, and contributing to their ongoing professional education;
• Liaising with Medical Officers and other medical professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes and care;
• Contributing to initiatives and projects that improve patient care
  

In this role you will be given the chance to grow and enhance your capability within a highly supportive environment. Your career development will be enabled through one-on-one mentoring and coaching, as well as a range of in-house leadership development programs aimed at equipping you to be the best leader you can be.

Hours

This is a parental leave cover contract with an expected conclusion in November 2022. although there may be an opportunity for extension beyond this point. The position is 60 hours a fortnight across Monday - Friday.

Benefits And Culture

At St Andrew’s we believe that relationships matter, and our people are the key to our success. Our committed leadership team, and open and inclusive culture, is reflected in our significant levels of staff tenure and high job satisfaction. With a commitment to medical and surgical excellence, we encourage our front-line staff to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to decisions, to ensure we are able to provide the best care to our patients.

In addition to our positive culture, staff at St Andrew’s enjoy superior working conditions and benefits, including:

• generous salary packaging benefits
• regular staff recognition events
• leadership development programs
• extensive in-house training and education programs, and support for further study
• competitive discounts on private health insurance and pharmaceuticals
• a strong commitment to flexible working arrangements, including up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, and a range of wellbeing initiatives
• access to subsidised on-site staff gymnasium and car parking.
  

For Further Information Please Contact

Jenny Duurland & Chloe Wigzell, Acting Clinical Managers on (08) 8408 2190 or employment@stand.org.au. Please refer to the attached documents for the full position description and other relevant information.

To Apply

• Click on the ’Apply Now’ button
• Please include a cover letter together with your resume uploaded as one document
• Address applications to Jenny Duurland & Chloe Wigzell, Acting Clinical Managers.
  

St Andrew’s Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people of all cultural backgrounds and ethnicities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Note, shortlisting and interviews may commence prior to the closing date and any applications received by direct email may not be considered and will be asked to apply online.

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