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.
- Permanent position
- Full Time at 76 hrs per f/n
- Clinical Nurse Coordinator - YX11
- Alfred 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, Palliative Care and the Victorian Melanoma Service. Alfred Health delivers a comprehensive suite of services which involves a range of diagnostic services, surgical, radiation and oncology therapies for cancer patients. The SCIg coordinator will report through the Alfred Cancer program, however will work with and across multiple departments within Alfred Health including, Alfred Brain, Heart and Lung, Surgical Services, Immunology, Pathology and Pharmacy.
The Role
The SCIg coordinator encompasses skills and knowledge relating to patient triage, assessment, treatment care pathways, patient communication, follow up and education. The SCIg coordinator will provide patients, families and carers with information to optimise their understanding of their diagnosis and subsequent treatments. By communicating across units, disciplines and health services, the coordinator will improve patient flow and outcomes and ensure safe, patient-centred care is implemented across the entire care continuum.
Qualifications/Experience
Registered Nurse with AHPRA
Post graduate qualification in cancer nursing or relevant health discipline or willingness to undertake such
Highly competent clinician, with ability to show initiative and enthusiasm and work autonomously
Demonstrated skills in program development and evaluation
Demonstrated understanding and experience with the multidisciplinary management of patients
Possess sound analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to manage a demanding workload, and effectively prioritise tasks
Able to drive culture, encompassing a person-centred focus, adaptability, respecting diversity, innovative thinking, application of evidence into practice and self-management
Staff Benefits
- 5 weeks of annual leave per year
- Salary Packaging and novated leasing are available via Maxxia to maximise take-home salary
- Access to health and well-being incentives such as the Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance
- Onsite staff gym - a payroll deductible expense
- Onsite childcare services are available (subject to availability)
For further inquiries regarding the role contact: Ellen Heywood (Ambulatory Cancer Services Manager) 0418 919 760 or [email protected]
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