Job Title : Registered Nurse, Team Leader
Department : Haematology
Location : Calvary Mater Newcastle Contract Type : Fixed Term, Part-Time (until January 2026, 48 hours per fortnight)
Salary Classification : Registered Nurse, 1st - 8th Year Remuneration : $36.38 - $51.08 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options
THE ROLE : The Haematology Team Leader is responsible for ensuring the provision of safe, effective and appropriate patient care in a patient-focused environment for haematology inpatients, including leading and liaising with all members of the multidisciplinary team.
The Team Leader is responsible for the supervision and support of Haematology ward staff, including new staff, casual staff and agency nurses.
The Team Leader is also responsible for staff education and the facilitation of assessments of clinical competencies when required.
DUTIES : Provide leadership and management on the ward, and represent NUM when required. Provide support for co-workers, preceptor staff and act as a resource person for all aspects of haematology nursing. Ensure care is coordinated in consultation with patients and the multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes. Prioritise and implement planned care to achieve expected outcomes of established priorities. Identify and implement discharge-planning requirements. Perform comprehensive and accurate nursing assessments of patients. Evaluate patient progress and revise nursing interventions where required. Complete accurate documentation of nursing care and patient progress in patient's medical record and communicate to other team members. ABOUT YOU : Demonstrated extensive experience in acute haematology nursing, including chemotherapy administration. Demonstrated ability to effectively exercise leadership and work in a multi-disciplinary team. Leadership, supervision and support for all staff including new, casual and agency nurses. Ensure care is coordinated to achieve the best possible outcomes for the patient. Ensure discharge planning processes are in place and communicated effectively across the team. The ability to fairly delegate work amongst team members while assessing skill mix and acuity. Represent the NUM where required. Demonstrate the ability and importance of professional conduct at all times. HOW TO APPLY : Click Apply for Job and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to :
Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user). Attach a current resume. Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria. Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max). Please note : Only the criteria in the application need to be addressed; however, you'll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description.
If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.
Please note : As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role.
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