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Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - McGrath Breast CareJoin to apply for the Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - McGrath Breast Care role at NSW HealthClinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - McGrath Breast Care11 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - McGrath Breast Care role at NSW HealthEmployment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2026Position Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2Remuneration: $66.51 - $67.83 per hour plus superannuationHours Per Week: 33.5Requisition ID: REQ583894Location: Caringbah, SydneyApplications close: 6 July 2025Come Work With Us!An exciting opportunity to join South Eastern Sydney Local Health District!Where You''ll Be WorkingThis role is within Oncology services which are predominately located within the Bangawarra Cancer Care Centre. Bangawarra Cancer Care Centre comprises of an Oncology Day Clinic which operates Monday to Friday 07:30 17:00hrs providing care to outpatients. There are 9 chairs and 2 beds allocated for the treatment of Oncology outpatients. Treatments include administration of chemotherapy agents, immunotherapies, blood product support, iron infusions and therapeutic venesections. Also within the Centre are 8 medical Oncology inpatient beds, which has capacity to surge during times of increased demand. The Bangawarra Cancer Care Centre is supported by the Medical team, the Nursing leadership team, Allied Health professionals and the Administration teamFor role related queries or questions contact Jane Hlambelo on Jane.Hlambelo@health.nsw.gov.auYour New RoleThe vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is exceptional care, healthier lives. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.The Clinical Nurse Consultant McGrath Breast Care is a Registered Nurse who has responsibility for providing specialised breast care, information, education, and support to clients relating to breast cancer in accordance with evidence based clinical practice guidelines and the McGrath Model of Care.A breast care nurse (BCN) is defined by the National Breast and Ovarian Cancer Centre, now Cancer Australia as a registered nurse who applies advanced knowledge of the health needs, preferences, and circumstances of individuals with breast cancer to optimise the individuals health and well-being at various phases across the continuum of care, including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, follow-up and palliative care. This advanced knowledge is based on an in-depth understanding of theory and research relevant to the field of breast cancer nursing. Specifically, BCN practice incorporates advanced knowledge and skills in supportive care, including providing specialized and tailored information and education, psychological support, and clinical care"The BCN adapts their practice according to the specific and changing needs of individuals, taking into account their multiple health needs, concerns and preferences for care. The BCN facilitates continuity of care between different phases of the cancer journey, care settings, care plans and care providers.The McGrath Sponsored Breast Care Nurse Position ShouldProvide specialised breast care, information, education, and support to clients relating to breast cancer in accordance with evidence based clinical practice guidelines and the McGrath Model of Care.Collaborate with members of the multidisciplinary treatment team and relevant community service providers to coordinate the delivery of client-oriented, specialised support services across the care continuum, to clients and their families, andProvide expert clinical advice and clinical leadership on evidence-based breast care services to nursing staff, allied health, and other members of the multidisciplinary team (or to health care providers a client with breast cancer may come into contact with).The Breast Care Nurses specific responsibilities can be classified according to these six key functions as outlined below.Application of Advanced Breast Cancer Knowledge and SkillsPromotion of Multidisciplinary CareFacilitation of Client-Focused Support and Treatment; Provision of Client-Specific InformationCommitment to Maintenance of Professional Standard; Act as a Breast Cancer resource.Learn more about The Sutherland Hospital here.Selection Criteria1. Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) with a minimum 5 years full time equivalent post qualification experience with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience in the specialty field of Breast Care or related discipline, with postgraduate nursing qualifications relevant to the field of practice e.g. Breast and/or Cancer Nursing or other such qualifications or experience deemed appropriate by the public health organisation.Demonstrated effective communication and inter-personal skills across a variety of mediums and an understanding of the practice development framework.Proven ability to implement changes and develop direction in clinical practice by the utilisation of evidence based research.Demonstrated skills in strategic and clinical service planning including an understanding of organisational behaviour, change management and cultural change processes.Demonstrated skills in clinical teaching, competency in the use of contemporary information systems and experience in the development of specialty education programs.Demonstrated clinical expertise in client-centred consultancy with the ability to work independently.Current Drivers Licence and willingness to utilise as required for the positionNeed more information?Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected StandardsFind out more about applying for this positionOur CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.Reasonable AdjustmentsNSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-TSH-Garrawarra@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.Information For ApplicantsEmployment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Please note we are not offering sponsorship for work rights for this position.Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply.We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up WebsiteSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHealth Care ProviderIndustriesHospitals and Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at NSW Health by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Clinical Nurse Specialist roles.Registered Nurse- Remote Patient MonitoringSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoRegistered Nurse - Drug Health Services - Perm FTBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoGreenwich, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoAuburn, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoClinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - Mental Health - Sydney Children''s Hospital - REQ579456Randwick, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoConcord, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoClinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2 - SESLHD MHSRegistered Nurse - Anaesthetics - Temporary Full Time/Part TimeSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoClinical Nurse Specialist - Womens Reproductive HealthNorth Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoMacquarie Park, New South Wales, Australia A$36.00-A$58.00 1 month agoClinical Nurse Specialist Adolescent Inpatient Mental HealthHornsby, New South Wales, Australia 23 hours agoAuburn, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoClinical Nurse Specialist (Grade 2), Transit Lounge - St Vincent''s Public Hospital, SydneyDarlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia 23 hours agoClinical Nurse Consultant (Grade 1) - Chronic Kidney DiseasesCampsie, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoRegistered Nurse- Remote Patient MonitoringSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoGreenwich, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoKogarah, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoClinical Nurse Consultant End of Life and Palliative Care, Virtual Clinical Care CentreSydney Olympic Park, New South Wales, Australia 23 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoErmington, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoRegistered Nurse - Remote & Offshore (Energy & Resources)Clinical Nurse Consultant Oncology TrialsSt Leonards, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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