Develop your Oncology Nursing Career within a Highly Innovative, Patient-Focused and Rapidly Expanding International Cancer Treatment GroupJoin a Friendly & Supportive Team and Provide Exemplary Medical Oncology Nursing and Patient Support12-Month Contract Part-Time Role, 0.6 FTE, (Monday – Friday Clinic Hours, 24 hours per week, 8-hour shifts, with variable shift times, between the hours 0730 to 1800hrs) – Southport, QLDTraining and Development - induction orientation program is supported by Icon educators and the onsite clinical facilitator.
In addition, Icon supports the ADAC, anti-cancer administration course for all registered nurses.The opportunityAre you ready to take your nursing career to the next level in a supportive, patient-focused environment?
Join Icon Cancer Centre Southport as a Registered Nurse and make a meaningful impact in oncology care.In this rewarding role, you'll provide expert nursing care to patients undergoing radiotherapy.
With a focus on patient education, clinical assessments, and emotional support, you'll build strong, positive connections with patients during their treatment journey.Our team makes us who we are, they shape our impact and drive our success.
And at Icon, you will be a true champion of our patients care by:Contributing expert advice and demonstrating contemporary nursing knowledge in accordance with current legislation and professional standards and codes of practiceMonitoring and administering medication and intravenous infusionsPatient assessment, observation and education including expert management of treatment related side effectsInserting and care of peripheral and central access devicesAssisting doctors with procedures and providing pre and post procedure care and educationMaintaining and updating patients written and electronic recordsProviding emotional support to patients, families and carersSupporting the Nurse Manager in the day-to-day operationsAbout youCurrent AHPRA registration2 years' experience in acute care nursingKnowledge and experience in Day Oncology nursing is highly favourableDemonstrate a commitment to the provision of exceptional patient careAdvanced communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work autonomously and positively as a member of the multidisciplinary teamExperience in IV cannulation, knowledge of chemotherapy and supportive therapies is preferred but not essentialAre we right for you?Icon Cancer Centre Southport Treatment/Care:24-chair day oncology hospital, offering chemotherapy, targeted therapies and immunotherapyScalp cooling system – Cooling cap available to help reduce hair loss during chemotherapy treatmentTreatment for malignant and non-malignant blood disorders, including administration of supportive therapies and blood products such as hormone treatments, bisphosphonates and iron infusionsMinor procedures for diagnostic and prognostic purposesExtensive Clinical Trials ProgramOn-Site Pathology / PharmacyIcon GroupIcon Group is Australia's largest integrated provider of cancer care with a growing reach in New Zealand, Asia and the United Kingdom.Icon is built on a strong but simple mission - to deliver the best care possible to as many people as possible, as close to home as possible.
The group brings together all aspects of quality cancer care including medical oncology, haematology, radiation oncology, research, theranostics, pharmacy and compounding to deliver a truly integrated, end-to-end seamless service for cancer patients.
With more than 3500 team members, a network of more than 350 doctors, over 50 cancer centres, six compounding facilities and operational support of 70 plus pharmacies, Icon is delivering world-leading care and helping address the global cancer burden.For more information visit Icon Group and follow Icon Group on LinkedIn at LinkedInHere's why our people choose us:Purpose, at Pace: We remain focused on continually expanding our cancer treatment services and making them accessible to more people across Australia and internationally.Impact, at Scale: We're Australia's largest dedicated provider of cancer care, with our global reach growing every day.
Here you'll know your work is making a difference.Connection, at Heart: Our work isn't easy but it's extremely important.
Our secret ingredient is our incredible, connected, and talented people.
And their secret ingredient is each other.Opportunity, at Hand: We're constantly innovating.
We deliver over 2.5 million patient interactions, in over 120 places, across 5 countries.
Every week brings changes, growth and new opportunities.We're excited for you to join us!At Icon, build relationships that matter.
Apply Now because At Icon, You Can.Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.Pre-employment Health RequirementIcon is committed to managing the risk of transmission of specified vaccine preventable diseases (VPDs).
Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or are not susceptible to specified VPDs.
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