Transition to Specialty Practice, Baxter Wing 6, Inpatient Oncology Unit in 2027

Barwon Health; Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent working conditions

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Extensive professional development

Salary packaging benefits

Living expenses cap

Meals and entertainment cap

Job summary

Barwon Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join Baxter 6 in the Inpatient Oncology Unit, providing high-quality, evidence-based care in a high-acuity haematology and oncology environment. You will work with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team to support individualised care planning and positive outcomes.

This 12-month program includes structured rotations, dedicated clinical support, study days and ongoing professional development to build your oncology expertise and confidence.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with minimum of 12 months acute nursing experience at the commencement of program.
• Motivated and committed to building knowledge and clinical confidence.
• Effective communication, willingness to embrace feedback and work collaboratively to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality and evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional standards and Barwon Health requirements.
• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised patient care while establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support effective communication and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation and contribute to patient safety, quality improvement, audits and service development initiatives.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing education, mandatory training and continuing professional development.

Skills

Acute nursing care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Education

Registered Nurse credential

Job description

Introduction

Transition to Specialty Practice, Baxter 6, Inpatient Oncology Unit for 2027

• Launch your specialty nursing career | Gain hands-on experience in our Inpatient Oncology Unit through structured rotations and dedicated clinical support
• Learn, grow and build confidence | Access tailored study days, expert guidance and a supportive environment designed to help you thrive
• Invest in your future | Complete a structured program with an end-of-program assessment, building valuable skills and opening the door to exciting career opportunities in oncology nursing

About the role

Join Barwon Health as a Registered Nurse in BAX6, working within Medicine, Specialist Medicine and Emergency Medicine. You’ll provide high-quality, evidence-based and consumer-centred care in a complex, high-acuity haematology and oncology inpatient environment. Working collaboratively with patients, families and the broader multidisciplinary team, you’ll establish therapeutic relationships, contribute to individualised care planning and support positive patient outcomes. This is an opportunity to further develop your clinical skills while contributing to quality improvement, education and professional development within a supportive and collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality and evidence-based nursing care in accordance with professional standards and Barwon Health requirements.
• Assess, plan, deliver and evaluate individualised patient care while establishing therapeutic relationships with patients and families.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support effective communication and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation and contribute to patient safety, quality improvement, audits and service development initiatives.
• Maintain professional competence through ongoing education, mandatory training and continuing professional development.

What we’re looking for

• Registered Nurse with minimum of 12 months acute nursing experience at the commencement of program
• Motivated and committed to building knowledge and clinical confidence
• Effective communication, willingness to embrace feedback and work collaboratively to deliver safe, high-quality patient care
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice

What the Program Offers

• 12-months: temporary part time commencing February 2027
• A structured introduction to oncology nursing
• Dedicated clinical support and guidance
• Several targeted study and education days
• Opportunities to build specialist oncology nursing knowledge and skills

About the Service

Baxter 6 is a purpose built, state-of-the-art, 28 bed haematology and medical oncology ward. Our patients are cared for in predominantly single rooms with views of the bay, supporting patients from across the Barwon, Southwest region. Our core services provide acute care for haematology patients, including peripheral stem cell transplants, medical oncology, radiation oncology, palliative care patients and patients on Clinical Trials. We offer exciting education and training opportunities with our affiliation to Melbourne University and our Oncology Nurse educator.

Position Description

Barwon Health Staff Benefits

• Excellent working conditions and a strong sense of job satisfaction
• A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• Extensive professional development opportunities
• Attractive salary packaging benefits
• Living expenses capped at $9,010
• Meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

For More Information

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Diversity and Inclusion

Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, family structures, and identities, and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and members of the LGBTIQA+ community.

Child Safety

We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards

Additional Information

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Requirements for Appointment

• Satisfactory Police Record Check
• Immunisation Status Clearance
• Working with Children Check (if applicable)