Clinical Nurse Consultant - Paedatric Haematology and Oncology
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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An exceptional opportunity exists for an experienced paediatric oncology nurse to join the Monash Children's Cancer and Haematology Centre as a Clinical Nurse Consultant, one of Victoria's most respected and comprehensive paediatric cancer services. Working part-time Monday to Friday, this advanced practice role sits at the heart of the care continuum, serving as the primary point of contact for children and adolescents with cancer, their families, and the multidisciplinary teams that support them across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.
About You
You are a highly skilled paediatric oncology nurse with extensive acute care experience and the clinical expertise to guide families and teams through the complexity of a childhood cancer diagnosis with confidence and compassion. You bring advanced knowledge of chemotherapy protocols, clinical trials, and holistic cancer care, and you are equally adept at coordinating intricate treatment pathways as you are sitting with a family at one of the most difficult moments of their lives. You are a recognised resource and role model who is committed to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and the ongoing development of your colleagues and your specialty.
- Extensive paediatric oncology experience in an acute care setting, with demonstrated expertise in chemotherapy administration, anti-cancer drug competency accreditation, and knowledge of chemotherapy protocols and clinical trial requirements
- Advanced care coordination and clinical consultation skills, including experience as a primary point of contact for complex oncology patients across the full care continuum from diagnosis through to survivorship
- Postgraduate qualifications in paediatric or oncology nursing (Graduate Certificate, Diploma, or Master's level), combined with active membership of relevant professional bodies such as CNSA, ANZCHOG, or SIOP
- Strong multidisciplinary collaboration and leadership capability, with experience contributing to MDT meetings, developing clinical guidelines, supporting quality improvement initiatives, and partnering across tertiary and community services
In Return
- Be part of a dynamic and fun team that supports each other as leaders and fosters high performing talent and career progression
- Engage in a wide variety of learning opportunities
- Access to Monash Health in-house learning portals to further expand your acute clinical skills & knowledge base
- Grow within a workplace that encourages creativity, innovation and new ideas
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Lauren Haddad on lauren.haddad@monashhealth.org.
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We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: Sunday 20th September, 11.59pm