Clinical Nurse Consultant - McGrath Cancer Care Nurse - Haematology (534429)

- Australia, Tas

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About the Tasmanian State ServiceThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS)is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than 200...

The Royal Hobart Hospital seeks a highly motivated and team orientated Clinical Nurse Consultant -McGrath Cancer Care Nurse to provide leadership and direction to support and care for patients within Southern Tasmania who have been diagnosed with a Haematological Cancer.

Cancer and Blood Services (CaBS) at the Royal Hobart Hospital (RHH), is a comprehensive service dedicated to cancer and blood disorder patients including the state-wide bone marrow transplant service. The units together with the McGrath Foundation of Australian work together to provide treatment, research, clinical trials and education regarding these diseases and survivorship care.

The Cancer and Blood Services Team, with their multi-disciplinary approach, not only support the patient but allow health professionals to deliver optimum clinical outcomes for patients and their families. The team value positivity, making a difference, striving for excellence, adaptability, teamwork and kindness. Working in Hobart offers an enviable lifestyle with short commutes, easy access to great beaches and national parks as well as great food and wine.

The Role

As the Clinical Nurse Consultant - McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (Haematology), you will provide expert clinical leadership and specialist support for people diagnosed with haematological cancers. Working across Cancer and Blood Services, you will act as a key resource for patients,



families and healthcare professionals, ensuring coordinated, patient-centred care throughout the cancer journey.

You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, lead evidence-based practice improvements, contribute to service development, and deliver education and support that enhances outcomes for patients and their carers. Funded by the McGrath Foundation, this role also promotes awareness of specialist haematology cancer care and strengthens partnerships across the health system.

You will need

- Significant post-registration experience, including extensive experience in cancer care and/or palliative care, with the ability to manage complex clinical cases.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the physical and psychosocial needs of people living with haematological cancers and their treatment pathways.
- Proven ability to lead clinical practice improvements, implement change and promote evidence-based care.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate, support and advocate for patients, families and colleagues.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate care across multiple services.
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, coupled with well-developed leadership and mentoring abilities.

Note:



- Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of appointment

Fixed term part time, day worker position, working up to 48 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for approximately 12 months.

*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

$118,297 to $125,543 pro rata per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

- Salary range is in accordance with Nurses and Midwives (Tasmania State Service) Agreement 2023.

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

- Post Graduate Allowance of up to 10% based on qualification type.

Salary Packaging

You'll have access to salary package a range of advantages including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
- Department of Health has achieved the "Carer Accredited Employer Status" providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act

📌 Clinical Nurse Consultant (Hobart)
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