Registered Nurse | Grade 3B - Cancer Centre Nursing at St Vincent’s Health Australia in Melbourne, VIC, AU. This full-time on-site position offers opportunities for growth opportunities.
About the Role
You will join the St Vincent's Public Hospital Chemotherapy Day Unit team as a Grade 3 Registered Nurse. Under the guidance of the Nurse Unit Manager, you will be responsible for providing a high level of clinical nursing care to patients undergoing treatment for cancer.
- Demonstrate a Person Centred Care Approach in all aspects of daily nursing practice
- Provide the highest standard of direct patient care; demonstrate safe administration of anti-cancer medication and expert cannulation skills.
- Provide advice to patients and carers on symptom management through the disease process
- Identify psycho-social needs of patients and their families and initiates appropriate referrals
- Assess the learning needs of home based care givers and as patients move through the illness continuum provide appropriate education, guidance and referrals as necessary
Classifications for this position will range from YU11 ($111,930.00 per annum pro rata)
Your Contribution
- Degree in general nursing which meets the registration requirements of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
- Current AHPRA Registration
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Cancer Nursing
- Anit-Cancer Drug Administration Course (ADAC) competent
- Willing to obtain National Criminal History Check
What We Offer
- A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
- Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
- Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
- In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to cafes, public transport and carparks
- Discounts and Promotions through our Foundation
- Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
- Culture of continuous improvement
About the Chemotherapy Day Unit
The Chemotherapy Day Unit is an 18-chair unit that specialises in the delivery of systemic anti-cancer therapies, including standard care and on clinical trials. The unit provides treatment for patients with haematological malignancies and solid tumours, working closely with the multidisciplinary team. The service also includes apheresis, a Symptom Urgent Review Clinic (SURC) and Cancer Care at Home. The Cancer Centre upholds strong values of person-centred care aligned with the Sisters of Charity.
Working at St Vincent’s
St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) is a leading teaching, research and tertiary health service. SVHM provides a diverse range of adult clinical services and is guided by Compassion, Justice, Integrity and Excellence.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. The advertisement may close early if a suitable applicant is sourced. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve. For Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment information, visit SVHA's reconciliation page or contact
Vaccination and Compliance
SVHA has a duty of care to eliminate and control the risk of transmission of vaccine-preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations). This position is subject to Victorian government vaccination directions. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements.
Closing Date
Closing Date: 15 August :59pm
Reconciliation Action Plan
We acknowledge the importance of a welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive work environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. For more information, visit or contact
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📌 Registered Nurse | Grade 3B - Cancer Centre Nursing at St Vincent’s Health Australia (Melbourne)
🏢 St Vincent’S Health Australia
📍 Melbourne
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