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The PositionWe are seeking Registered Nurses with strong clinical skills to join our Day Oncology unit to provide specialist care to our oncology, haematology and palliative patients.Working in this specialised area the applicant will be responsible for maintaining the highest level of clinical standards and will be directly responsible for :Integrating your technical skills, scientific knowledge and caring attitude to aid those living with cancer, including their families, starting from point of diagnosis, treatment, survivor-ship and through to end of life careApplying your clinical expertise and knowledge of chemotherapy and targeted therapy administration and central venous line management, including medical same day infusionsIdentifying when a more detailed assessment and / or intervention is required and seek the input of clinical peers, the General Practitioner and other relevant health professionalsCompliance with, and application of, current policies and procedures as well as an understanding of their implications for nursing practice and patient outcomesBuilding relationships with patients and their families while going above and beyond to provide exceptional patient care and clinical outcomesThe PersonStrong emphasis will be placed on the applicant''s ability to demonstrate, commit to and apply the organisations values in the workplace.Key Selection CriteriaEvidence of tertiary qualifications and current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)Post Graduate Qualifications in Oncology / Haematology Nursing or willingness to work towardsDemonstrated recency of practice with a minimum of 2 years oncology / haematology experience, including administration of chemotherapy in a day infusion settingProficiency in CVAD management and IV cannulation skills, as well as the ability to successfully complete eviQ competenciesDemonstrated ability to assess and educate patients pre, during and post chemotherapy, including an in-depth knowledge of the expected side effects of cancer treatmentsDemonstrated ability to effectively communicate, share information and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary health team, including the ability to build trustHigh level computer literacy and working knowledge of; RosterOn, TrendCare, Riskman Microsoft OfficeHow to ApplyA cover letter that addresses the ''Key Selection Criteria'' (maximum 2 pages)A detailed resume (including 2 professional referees)Submit your application on our website : / / thefriendlies.org.au / careers / and complete the Application for Employment form.The BenefitsAs a part of The Friendlies team, you can access attractive salary packaging options : Up to $9010 annually towards household expenses and an additional $2650 annually towards meals and entertainment expensesApplications that do not meet the above requirements may not be shortlisted. The advertisement will be closed either when a successful applicant is identified or on COB 9 January 2026, whichever is sooner.Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) RequirementsIt is a mandatory condition of employment that some roles within our hospital require you to be vaccinated, and remain vaccinated during your employment, against some or all of the following vaccine preventable diseases; Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (Chicken Pox), Pertussis (Whooping cough), and Hepatitis. Mandatory vaccination requirements for this role will be discussed further with applicants throughout the application process. #J-18808-Ljbffr