Clinical Nurse Consultant - McGrath Breast Care Nurse (521240)

Service Tasmania; Launceston; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Tasmania is seeking a Clinical Nurse Consultant for a part-time role focused on developing and implementing breast care standards. Ideal candidates will have post-registration experience in oncology and the ability to provide excellent patient support. The position offers a salary range of $114,851 to $121,886 per annum, with opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Fitness Passport access

Range of leave entitlements

Qualifications

• Extensive post registration experience in surgical or medical oncology.
• At least 3 years of experience as a breast care nurse or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Develop and promote evidence-based BCN standards and policies.
• Establish collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams.
• Facilitate client-focused support and treatment.

Skills

Advocacy

Patient assessment

Referral abilities

Continuous quality improvement

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in breast care nursing or cancer nursing

Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia

Job description

The Role:

• Application of Advanced Breast Cancer Knowledge and Skills: Develop, implement and promote evidence based BCN standards and policies that are compliant with relevant professional, industrial and legislative requirements for the region.


• Promotion of Multidisciplinary Care: Establish a collaborative working relationship with multidisciplinary team members across the continuum of care.


• Facilitation of Client-Focused Support and Treatment: Facilitate and provide appropriate individualised information, education and support to clients/carers regarding treatment modalities, supportive care and practical assistance relevant to their needs.


• Provision of Client-Specific Information: Develop, implement, and evaluate a plan for providing comprehensive, individualised and timely information to clients about the treatment and effects of breast cancer, including emotional and supportive care issues. Identify appropriate local referral pathways for women with breast cancer and their families / carers.

You will need:

• Extensive post registration experience in either surgical or medical oncology, ideally with at least 3 years of experience as a breast care nurse or related discipline.


• Experience and demonstrated ability to provide advocacy, support, assessment and referral.


• Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality improvement and the ability to deliver quality patient care

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment:

Permanent, part time, day worker position, working 30.4 hours per fortnight, commencing in April 2026.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary:

$114,851 to $121,886 per annum (Pro rata). Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10 % based on qualification type

Salary Packaging:

You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.


• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.


• Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found Here

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia as a Registered Nurse

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant postgraduate qualifications or willingness to complete the post graduate certificate in breast care nursing or cancer nursing


• Current Driver’s Licence

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

Statement of Duties:

• Clinical Nurse Consultant - McGrath BCN G6.docx

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx

How to apply:

Apply Online. Please click the \"Apply\" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment Agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information:

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Lyn Gibson

State Manager - Breast Screen Clinical Services
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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