- Excellent employee benefits including salary packaging, extra leave, flexible conditions & more!
- A collaborative and positive workplace culture
- 12-month part-time contract (0.8 FTE) based in Milton, Brisbane.

At Lung Foundation Australia, our mission is simple: Healthy lungs for all. We are Australia's trusted lung health charity, leading lung health and transforming lives through impactful programs, advocacy, research and support services. Guided by our ambitious 2026–2030 Corporate Plan, we are focused on improving lung health outcomes, driving innovation, influencing policy, supporting consumers and accelerating research to create lasting impact for all Australians affected by lung disease and lung cancer.

We are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth to join our team based in Milton QLD.

About the role

The Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth, is a position within Lung Foundation Australia, funded through the Department of Health and Aged Care’s Australian Cancer Nursing and Navigation Program (ACNNP). The ACNNP represents a significant reform which will deliver improved cancer outcomes, across the cancer continuum, ensuring all people with cancer have access to high quality and culturally protected care, irrespective of their cancer type or location.

Key responsibilities

The Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth is a highly qualified oncology nurse responsible for providing evidence-based information and support, referral pathways and education via telehealth (telephone or video) to lung health professionals and people living with lung cancer, their carers and families.



The specialist telehealth nurse will work cohesively with the Information and Support Centre to progress internally and externally generated telehealth appointments.

About you

This role is well-suited for individuals seeking to transition from a clinical position to a telehealth-based role within a supportive team environment.

To succeed in this role, you will have the following:

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Substantial oncology nursing experience, ideally 5 years or more, with demonstrated lung cancer nursing experience essential
- Knowledge of lung cancer, the lung cancer optimal care pathway and the health needs of people impacted by lung cancer across the continuum of care, from pre-diagnosis, through diagnosis and treatment, to survivorship and end of life care.
- Written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate empathetically and effectively to a range of different audiences.
- Ability to build relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders, internally and externally.
- Ability to deliver education to the community and health professionals on lung cancer and LFA services/programs.
- Proven ability to work autonomously and cross-functionally across teams.

Nursing education and counselling experience is desirable.



Previous experience working in an information and support service / helpline is highly desirable.

What we offer you!

We are an organisation with a shared purpose and vision. As a three-time winner of the Voice Project Best Workplace Award, we have been recognised as a workplace that demonstrates excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce.

In addition, we also offer:

- Attractive salary packaging options - up to $15,900 per year in living expenses and $2,650 per year in meal and entertainment expenses.
- Hybrid work arrangements – a mix of office and work from home.
- Additional leave including birthday leave, well-being leave and paid parental leave.
- Annual professional development allowance.
- Opportunities to participate in community events and volunteering initiatives.
- Staff Rewards and Recognition program.
- Workplace wellbeing program and social events.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

If you are passionate about helping others to live their best life with lung disease and thrive in an environment where you can educate and engage with patients about their lung health, then we would welcome you into our team at Australia’s leading lung health charity.

Apply now!

To apply, please submit a cover letter and a current resume.

To find out more about who we are and to view the Position Description, please visit https://lungfoundation.com.au/about/careers/

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people living with disability and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

📌 Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth (Milton)
🏢 Lung Foundation Australia
📍 Milton