Clinical Nurse (RN2) Night Duty - Oncology Ward

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Clinical Nurse (RN2) Night Duty - Oncology Ward. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Leadership Development Opportunities
• Strong focus on professional and career development
• Friendly and supportive work environment

Leadership Development Opportunities

• Extensive orientation program
• Strong focus on professional and career development
• Friendly and supportive work environment

 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced senior nurse wanting to develop and expand on their leadership and clinical education skills.  

Located on the edge of Adelaide's CBD adjacent to the beautiful south eastern park lands, St Andrew's is the largest independent private Hospital in Australia, with more than 30,000 procedures being performed each year.  

Our patients are admitted electively or via our Emergency Service, and we cater for most surgical specialties. 

About The Role:

Ward 3A specialises in the care of patients undergoing a variety of treatments for cancer related conditions. The ward also cares for patients admitted for breast surgery and breast reconstructive surgery. The hospital's Breast Care Nurses are based here and work closely with the patients and MDT. 

The Clinical Nurse:

• Promotes a culture of clinical excellence that is based on person-centred care to deliver safe, quality care and services
• Works with the Clinical Manager and Night Duty Coordinator to ensure compliance with all standards, hospital policies/procedures, Work Health & Safety legislation
• Relieves into the position of Night Duty Coordinator (RN3) as required

Hours

Hours will be negotiated with the successful Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate would work a minimum of 6 night shifts per fortnight, rostered flexibly across a 2 week pay cycle. Night shifts are 2215 - 0700.

Benefits and Culture:

At St Andrew’s we believe that relationships matter, and our people are the key to our success. Our committed leadership team, and open and inclusive culture, is reflected in our significant levels of staff tenure and high job satisfaction.

With a commitment to medical and surgical excellence, we encourage our front line staff to identify opportunities for improvement and contribute to decisions, to ensure we are able to provide the best care to our patients.

In addition to our positive culture, staff at St Andrew’s enjoy superior working conditions and benefits, including:

• generous salary packaging benefits
• competitive night duty remuneration
• regular staff recognition events
• leadership development programs
• an extensive clinical education program, and support for further study
• uniform allowance 
• a strong commitment to flexible working arrangements, including up to 16 weeks paid parental leave, and a range of well-being initiatives.

About You:

Our preferred candidate will be a Registered Nurse with significant experience in Oncology Nursing.

In addition, candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Relevant and recent acute clinical experience
• Strong organisation and prioritization skills
• The ability to lead a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Current registration with AHPRA
• A commitment to delivering best practice patient care.

Relevant Post Graduate qualifications will be highly regarded and attract a qualification allowance.

More Information:

Contact Clinical Manager Karen Shannon phone: 8408 2190 email: [email protected]

To Apply:

• Please include a cover letter as the first page of your resume, including 2 clinical referees.
• Address applications to Rebecca Wyness, HR Director.
• Click the Apply Now button   

 Applications close Sunday 22nd July 2018 

Selection and shortlisting may commence prior to the closing date

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