Develop your Radiation Oncology Nursing Career within a Highly Innovative, Research-Focussed, Rapidly Expanding CompanyDeliver Exceptional Patient Care with a Supportive and Collaborative TeamCompetitive REM, 5 Weeks Annual Leave (Pro rata), PD Allowance and PathwaysWeekdays Only: We're open Monday to Friday (Keep your nights and weekends free!)Position: Nursing
Location: Melbourne
Type: Part Time
Company: Icon Cancer Centre Australia
Who are we looking for to join us? Experience in Radiation Oncology or Medical Oncology is highly desirable; however, we also welcome candidates with backgrounds in high-acuity care, immunocompromised patient management, wound care, and palliative care. If you thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary setting, this role offers the chance to work closely with a diverse team of nurses, radiation therapists, doctors, administrators, allied health professionals, and support networks. If you're a team player, we encourage you to apply!
About the role:
This RN role is responsible for providing nursing care to patients receiving Radiotherapy and will report to the Nurse Manager. The role involves assessing, reviewing and implementing care plans to patients receiving treatment.
The Nursing role has a great level of autonomy, while still working within a close and supportive team. It is a greatly rewarding role which provides great opportunities to build positive rapports with our patients.
The role of a Registered Nurse at Icon is invaluable, through clinically assessing, providing education, supporting patients with physical side effects, emotional support and referrals to allied health.
Key Responsibilities: Provision of patient centred radiation oncology cancer care to our patients and their families, ensuring an empathetic approach to patients needs are met in a timely manner.Monitor and treat patients for illness, lymphoedema or other side effects.Maintain standards by ensuring best practice protocols and clinical guidelines are implemented and followed.Contribute expert advice and demonstrate contemporary nursing knowledge and skill in oncology nursing practice in accordance with current legislation and professional standards and codes of practice.Support the Nurse Manager in the day-to-day operations.Support implementation of new systems, therapies and clinical trials.Skills and Experience: Radiation Oncology Nursing experience highly desirable.Genuine interest in cancer care nursing and professional development within this space.Experience providing nursing support within a multi-disciplinary, patient centric environment.Current AHPRA Nursing registration.Ability to apply excellent communication and problem-solving skills with both patients and colleagues.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining good working relationships.Experience documenting patient experiences and relaying patient feedback to Doctors and Nurse Managers.Capacity to learn and use multiple clinical administration systems.Commitment to learning and continual professional development.About Icon Group:
Icon 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.
Extra benefits for YOU: Career-Enhancing Training: Access dedicated, industry-recognized training courses to boost your career.Competitive Remuneration & Professional Development: Enjoy a structured career pathway and competitive pay.Rewards & Recognition: Be part of a valued rewards program that acknowledges your hard work.Exclusive Discounts & Cashback: Save on hundreds of brands with our Ignite app.Flexible Work Arrangements where applicable: Benefit from flexible options, including hybrid work environments, compressed work weeks, and varying start-finish times.Paid Parental Leave: Enjoy paid parental leave as a permanent employee.Wellness Support: Utilize resources and tools to balance your psychological and physical health.Global Opportunities: Explore exciting international opportunities as part of Icon's expansion.Middleton Scholarship Program: Apply for our internal scholarship to support your professional development.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 Requirement:
Icon 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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