Nursing VIC - Other Full Time Icon Cancer Centre Australia
The latest in advanced radiation therapy treatment will soon be available closer to home for cancer patients on the Mornington Peninsula, with leading cancer care provider, Icon Cancer Centre announcing it will provide radiation oncology services at The Bays Cancer Care Centre.
This will be the first cancer centre in the Mornington Peninsula Shire to provide radiation therapy services and is due to be open to patients by the end of this year. Read more here: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/news/2024-07-31/icon-cancer-centre-to-provide-radiation-therapy-at-the-bays-new-cancer-care-centre/
About the Role:
This rare, clinical, frontline management role at our brand new state-of-the-art facility will see you lead from the front, modelling Icon's core values through effective management and leadership of the nursing staff at the site and the provision of high-levels of patient care.
Reporting to the Site Manager, you will be given the opportunity foster a positive work culture within your team, driving change, a safe working environment, and utilising financial resources effectively to achieve optimal clinical outcomes and an exceptional patient experience within a continuous service improvement framework.
The primary purpose of this position is to lead our small on-site nursing team the provision of the highest standard of care to our patients. The Nurse Unit Manager will further liaise with the wider Icon community, such as our nurse education team, quality specialists, and oncology research teams whilst adhering to our national policies/processes to ensure the highest quality patient care and satisfaction.
This role is perfect for an experienced nurse with a healthy background in oncology nursing and in particular, radiation oncology. Icon has extensive development opportunities with an in-house education team and training programs for clinical and leadership skills to support you.
The role will function in a full-time capacity, working 76 hours per fortnight on a Monday to Friday with a day-only roster.
Things you will do:
1. Lead, direct, coordinate, and provide evidence-based patient centred care and service planning, utilising sound knowledge of contemporary nursing practice and research
2. Demonstrate an advanced level of clinical knowledge and skills to provide clinical and professional guidance to the multidisciplinary team
3. In collaboration with the site staff assess, plan, implement and evaluate strategies to improve patient satisfaction results, ensuring patient feedback is addressed in a timely and thoughtful manner
4. Strive to better understand customer (internal and external) expectations, needs and concerns and seek to address service delivery issues promptly through implementation of effective solutions
5. Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with all disciplines, other departments, and the wider professional community
6. Efficient and effective management of physical, human, intellectual and financial resources
7. Ensure the right level of seniority and skill mix in the team and provide staff with access to appropriate resources and training to maintain strong clinical skills and adhere to the safety/quality standards and within the set budget
8. Participate in the recruitment, onboarding, development, supervision, and performance evaluation of nursing team members
9. Develop workforce and succession plans and demonstrate a commitment to developing all staff
10. Oversee the development and implementation of nursing staff rosters that optimise staff skill mix to ensure the provision of timely, safe, high quality patient care and simultaneously enables training requirements of staff to be met, supported by our clinical education team
11. Work collaboratively with other senior members of the site to ensure efficient treatment delivery for patients
About you:
We are seeking a Nurse Unit Manager who is, above all, passionate about providing the best care possible to our patients and their families. You’ll have leadership qualities which you use to empower your team to succeed and align with that common goal. You’ll be proactive, personable, and compassionate with a sensitivity to interacting with patients, carers, and families, appreciating the opportunity to play a role in their journey. The person we’ll hire will be able to work effectively as a member of a very multidisciplinary team and have excellent communication skills to represent Icon in a positive manner to all stakeholders both internally and externally.
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!
About Us:
Icon Group is Australia’s largest dedicated cancer care provider with a growing reach into New Zealand, Asia and UK. With over 3500 employees our Australian cancer services division is made up of 6 day oncology hospitals, 32 radiation oncology centres and 10 comprehensive centres offering, medical oncology, haematology and radiation oncology services under one roof. The group also encompasses chemotherapy compounding services and pharmacy.
Icon is dedicated to providing exceptional cancer care to communities across Australia. Given the size of Icon, we can provide extensive opportunities within an ideal environment to progress your career, access far reaching opportunities and be part of an innovative market leader at the forefront of cancer care.
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:
12. Career-Enhancing Training: Access dedicated, industry-recognized pharmacy training courses to boost your career.
13. Competitive Remuneration & Professional Development: Enjoy a structured career pathway and competitive pay.
14. Rewards & Recognition: Be part of a valued rewards program that acknowledges your hard work.
15. Exclusive Discounts & Cashback: Save on hundreds of brands with our Ignite app.
16. Flexible Work Arrangements: Benefit from flexible options, including hybrid work environments, compressed work weeks, and varying start-finish times.
17. Novated Lease Options: Access convenient vehicle financing through our partner RemServ.
18. Paid Parental Leave: Enjoy paid parental leave as a permanent employee.
19. Wellness Support: Utilize resources and tools to balance your psychological and physical health.
20. Global Opportunities: Explore exciting international opportunities as part of Icon’s expansion.
21. Middleton Scholarship Program: Apply for our internal scholarship to support your professional development.
We’re excited for you to join us!
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