Cancer Research Nurse

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Division: Cancer Cardiology and Specialty Medicine Program: Cancer Services Enterprise Agreement: Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) Job Function: Nursing Project: Cancer Services – Cancer Research Sunshine Hospital Fixed-term, part-time position (0.63 EFT) This is a 12-month, parental leave role An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and dynamic Oncology Research Nurse to join the Cancer Services Clinical Trials Unit at Sunshine Hospital. Cancer Services at Sunshine Hospital has a dedicated team of Research Nurses and Trial Coordinators administering phase 1-4 Oncology and Haematology trials. If you are dedicated to improving cancer patient outcomes, passionate about caring for cancer patients and their families, and would like to be involved in the development of new drugs, enjoy working independently but as part of a dynamic team, this is the job for you. We offer on-the-job training and mentoring, ongoing education opportunities, and a flexible working environment. To be successful in this role, you have: A medical science, nursing or equivalent degree Experience in coordination of clinical trials and/or an understanding of cancer research Knowledge of the clinical trials and research framework in Australia and internationally Excellent communication, collaboration, and time management skills Nursing experience in Oncology/Haematology including administration of cytotoxic drugs Cannulation and venepuncture skills EVIQ chemotherapy administration competency 2 years post-graduate oncology experience Post-graduate qualification in cancer nursing or trials management or working towards is desirable Sound knowledge of database management Applications close at 11:59pm on 26 January 2025. About Us Our workforce of over 13,000 employees is driven by our values of ‘Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety’ (CARES). We value our people and provide them the opportunity to grow and develop. Our teams are friendly and supportive, ensuring we deliver a safe, person-centred and connected patient experience. Western Health is in a period of rapid growth. Our services comprise four acute public hospitals: Footscray Hospital, Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women's and Children's), Williamstown Hospital, and Bacchus Marsh & Melton Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Day Hospital, Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care, as well as community health centres in Melton, Caroline Springs, and Bacchus Marsh and a range of mental health and community-based services. We care for a diverse community of more than 1 million people with complex care needs ranging from Neonates to Geriatrics. Our employees enjoy a wide range of benefits such as: Salary packaging including novated vehicle leasing Work-life balance Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites, and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance, and a Working with Children Check (if applicable). Western Health do not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from Recruitment Agencies. If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applying. Western Health acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. We celebrate, value, and include people of all backgrounds, genders, sexualities, cultures, bodies, and abilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr