First Nations Cancer Care Nurse Leader

Queensland Government; Queensland; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Isolation allowance for 1–3 years

Air travel allowances (2 return p.a. /

Staff housing subsidy

Long Service Leave accrual

Sick Leave accrual

Conference & course support

Job summary

North West Hospital and Health Service is seeking a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse to support First Nations patients and families through their cancer journey with cultural knowledge and community connections. You will provide person-centred care, coordinate services and contribute to improving care experiences.

The role offers professional development, education and potential leadership opportunities, including in-house training and mentoring programs, within a supportive North West team.

Qualifications

• Minimum required nursing qualification and registration with appropriate authority.
• Experience in cancer nursing is highly regarded but not mandatory.
• Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander preference is a genuine occupational requirement.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, person-centred support for First Nations patients and families.
• Coordinate care across the Cancer Care Unit and with health professionals.
• Deliver clinical leadership, education and mentoring to strengthen culturally safe cancer care.

Skills

Cultural safety

Clinical leadership

Care coordination

Education & mentoring

Education

Tertiary nursing degree

Nursing registration/licence

Job description

North West Hospital and Health Service is seeking a McGrath Cancer Care Nurse to support First Nations patients and families through their cancer journey with cultural knowledge and community connections. You will provide person-centred care, coordinate services and contribute to improving care experiences.

The role offers professional development, education and potential leadership opportunities, including in-house training and mentoring programs, within a supportive North West team.