Epworth HealthCare is Victoria’s largest not-for-profit private health care group, renowned for excellence in diagnosis, treatment, care and rehabilitation. Epworth is an innovator in Australia’s health system, embracing the latest in evidence-based medicine to pioneer treatments and services for our patients.

Our values and purpose define Epworth's approach and delivery. We pride ourselves on communicating and delivering them in a real and meaningful way. Every Patient Matters.

Permanent full-time, part time and casual opportunities exist (let us know your preference in your cover letter) within our 50-bed inpatient unit at Epworth Eastern, located in Box Hill. You will be responsible for caring for and supporting patients through diagnosis, treatment and palliative care for multiple types of cancers (such as breast, lung, colorectal, prostate, high and low grade lymphoma and multiple myeloma) and a number of haematological conditions.

Our focus is on patient centred care ensuring that our patients receive the highest standard of evidenced based care. You will be joining a team that is supported by a dedicated Oncology Educator and the expertise of Clinical nurse consultants in breast care, urology, stomal therapy and palliative care.

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering high quality nursing care and an exceptional experience to our patients
• Utilising a reflective, critical thinking and evidence-based approach to the clinical care of patients
• Offering education and support to patients and their families
• Role modelling empathy to patients, families and the medical team

To be successful in this role:

You are an experienced registered nurse who either has prior experience working in Oncology or who wants to start their Oncology career. You will be passionate about patient care and achieving high quality clinical outcomes. A strong communicator, you have a supportive and engaging style that enables you to easily build rapport with patients and their families. You enjoy collaborating with team members to support the development and growth of the service.

You will have

• Current nursing registration with APHRA
• Minimum two years full time equivalent nursing experience since registration
• Experience in oncology desired but not essential
• Chemotherapy administration competent or commitment to undertake course in 12 months post commencement

Located in Box Hill, Epworth Eastern is a state-of-the-art facility with 14 theatres and expansion of ICU to 12 beds. Epworth Eastern maintains a broad clinical focus from cardiac, vascular, orthopaedic and general surgery to oncology, urology and endoscopy services. Our redeveloped site delivers positive, meaningful, and sustainable impact on the health and wellbeing of our community, delivering much needed health care services and facilities in Melbourne's east.

At Epworth, it’s a community

It’s the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:

• Epworth’s enhanced Not for Profit status (and not available in the public sector) provides the opportunity for employees to salary package up to $15,900 pre-tax annually, leading to greater take home pay
• The largest educational scholarship program of its kind in Australia
• Ability to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave
• Reduced cost of health services for you and your family at Epworth
• Relocation assistance is available for approvedcandidates

The annual salary range for full time Registered Nurses – AUD $66,710 - $93,669 + super + entitlements and Enrolled Nurses – AUD $66,340 - $73,024 + super + entitlements, depending on registration type, year level and position/experience (prorated for part-time).

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For more information, refer to the position description or contact or call(03) 9426 0606 .

Please Note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may be filled before the application closing date.

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), it is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had COVID-19 vaccinations, including where recommended by public health authorities and booster vaccinations.

As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).

At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values.We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in.At Epworth, we care.