Your role at St John of God Murdoch HospitalAs an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse you will provide a high standard of patient care, act as a clinical resource and effectively manage resources to deliver quality patient outcomes in areas of specialty.At St John of God Murdoch Hospital, our oncology service supports patients physical, emotional and psychological wellbeing, including their surgical and medical needs. Our dedicated cancer ward, Thomas Furlong, day Cancer Centre and GenesisCare radiation oncology facility bring together clinicians from a wide range of areas for cancer treatment, including oncology, haematology and palliative care on site.We pride ourselves on providing a high standard of professional and multidisciplinary care with compassion and expertise.The PositionSupervise nursing practice and take responsibility for standard of nursing care delivered.Act as a clinical resource, maintain and develop clinical skills relevant to area of practice.Initiate review and coordinate care of patients with complex health problems.Serve as a patient advocate, protecting the rights and safety of patients at all times.Evaluate the quality of nursing practice and participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes.Ensure the correct use and care of all hospital equipment by self and colleagues.Actively contribute to the development of clinical policies and procedures in area of specialty.Ensure documentation meets hospital standards and legal requirements.Deputise for the Nurse Manager as required.Prioritise departmental workloads using resources appropriately and cost effectively.Coordinate the department effectively ensuring continuity of care, and takes action on problems encountered.Participate in the performance management of caregivers in conjunction with the Nurse Manager.Participate in and takes responsibility for the education of other caregivers by conducting formal and informal teaching sessions.Assist in developing, implementing and reviewing specific departmental orientation programs with Nurse Manager, act as a preceptor as required.Organise own work and assist colleagues to complete all care duties by end of shift.Supervise the practice of Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses and Patient Care Assistants.Assist the Nurse Manager with the submission of annual capital budget and business plans relevant to the Department.Review products and equipment and provide documentation and education on evaluation.Act as shift coordinator as required and in liaison with the Nurse / After Hours Manager and monitors staffing levels continuously to ensure appropriate numbers of skills staff are available within the agreed productivity targets.Contribute to planning, problem solving and change management within the Nursing Division throughout the hospital as required.Monitor and promote adherence by caregivers to hospital Policies, procedures and standards.You will have demonstrated strong leadership ability, working collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment with well-developed skills in communication, conflict resolution, negotiation and problem solving.To succeed you will hold registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse, relevant post registration with current Oncology experience. Minimum 2 years cytotoxic administration with Antineoplastic Drug and Administration Course completed is essential to the role.Above all, patient care will be at the core of everything you do committing to and supporting our Mission and Values.We can offer youSalary: $100,858 to $107,722, pro rata, plus 11.5% superannuationA permanent part-time position working 24 hours per weekSalary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal entertainment, holiday accommodation or other everyday living expenses as well as options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as:Novated leasing work related expensesself-education andadditional superannuationA healthy work-life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave & well-being programsEmployee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health InsuranceEmployee support through our dedicated free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Innovative Professional Development opportunitiesTravel Green allowance. If you walk, carpool or use public transport you could be eligible for up to $1,500 per yearAll applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (of no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements.For enquiries contact Tanya O’Connor, Nurse Unit Manager, on (08) 9428 8535.Applications will be reviewed throughout the advertising period and interviews conducted regularly. Apply today!Applications Close: 15th December 2024St John of God Health Care embraces diversity and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with disabilities. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people in our care and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people from abuse.