Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
- Fixed term position until June 2026
- Full Time (76 hours per fortnight)
- RN 4B (YX11)
- Alfred Health location
- Great staff benefits!
The Department
The Alfred Cancer Program is responsible for the overall delivery of a comprehensive cancer service which involves a number of clinical areas and units including; Medical Oncology, Clinical Haematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Apheresis, State-wide Haemophilia Service, Radiation Oncology, Clinical Trials, Palliative Care and the Victorian Melanoma Service. The Alfred Health Clinical Haematology service offers a multidisciplinary setting for the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of the entire range of haematological diseases.
The Role
An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced registered nurse with advanced skills who acts as a clinical resource, provides advice and support to patients and undertakes related projects and development activities to meet the clinical needs within non-malignant haematology. The Haemostasis Thrombosis (HT) Nurse Coordinator is an integral member of the Haemophilia and Haematology Service, who can practice autonomously but in collaboration with other health professionals to assess and manage a range of patients with non-malignant haematological conditions (e.g. ITP, AIHA, thrombosis).
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA
- Post graduate qualification in Oncology/Haematology nursing or equivalent
- Minimum of five years clinical haematology experience, with experience in a senior nursing role
- Evidence of a commitment to excellence in the care of haematology patients with demonstrated understanding of the care and management of patients with thrombosis in an inpatient and ambulatory setting
- Excellent organisation, time-management skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated analytical and problem solving ability
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and autonomously to meet patient needs and the goals of the unit
- Experience in nursing research and research skills
- Advanced level computer skills
- Possess sound analytical and critical thinking skills
- Able to drive culture, encompassing a person-centred focus, adaptability, respecting diversity, innovative thinking, application of evidence into practice and self-management
For further inquiries regarding the role, please contact Ellen Heywood (Ambulatory Cancer Services Manager) on 0418 919 760 or [email protected]
Applications close 11pm AEDT, Thursday 10th October 2024.
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Minister's Covid-19 Mandatory Vaccination Order, all Alfred Health employees are required to be fully vaccinated (3 doses) for COVID-19 or hold an acceptable medical exemption. Furthermore, in accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au