Clinical Nurse Consultant

Overview # Clinical Nurse Consultant Department of Haematology Calvary Mater Newcastle Fixed-Term Full-Time (12-month contract) Fixed Term Full Time (12 months) Salary Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant, Grade 2, Yr 1 Remuneration: $64.57-$65.85 per hour + superannuation + annual leave loading + salary packaging options + RDOs THE ROLE: The Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator will with members of the Haematology Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) and will be responsible for the coordination of care for patients requiring Allogeneic Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplanation (Allo-HSCT), inclusive of long term follow up and late effects needs across the Hunter New England Local health District (HNELHD). DUTIES: Provides individual client centred consultancy and assessment of patients’ physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the patient journey continuum for complex haematological malignancies progressing to allogeneic Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant (HSCT) both within the facility and across the HNELHD. Provides individual client centred consultancy and assessment of patients’ physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of the entire patient journey continuum for allogeneic HSCT, from the initial typing process, education process to long-term follow up and late effects. Assessment and monitoring of patient outcomes and coordination of referrals across specialities both within HNELHD and other LHDs as needed. Provision of a consultancy service across specialities, inclusive of general practice services and other community services on the complex health care needs of patients pre and post Allo-HSCT and speciality vaccinations within the HNELHD Provision of expert clinical leadership and consultancy for complex haematological patients’ treatment regimens, tissue typing and donor selection within the facility, HNELHD and the state. Provision of expert clinical leadership and consultancy for complex vaccination of haematological patients within the facility and HNELHD inclusive of community services. Provision of mentorship to haematology nurses within the facility, HNELHD and state-wide. Learn more about our community and services here ABOUT YOU: Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with APRHA, with demonstrated extensive experience and knowledge of Haematology and Allogeneic Haematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation (Allo-HSCT) applied in a mixed clinical environment and/or across a range of services. At least five years post graduate nursing with 3 years specialty experience in Oncology/Haematology and Post graduate qualification (preferably Masters Level) related to Oncology/Haematology or evidence of working towards same. Demonstrated ability to communicate clinical concepts and information to non-clinical audiences and provide authoritative advice on clinical issues within field of expertise. Demonstrated advanced analytical and problem solving ability to break down complex problems and develop a range of solutions based on specialist expert knowledge of Haematology and Allo-HSCT. Demonstrated capacity to evaluate current clinical practice within Haematology and Allo-HSCT and recommend improvements to avoid potential problems or minimise impacts on the organisation. Demonstrated highly developed verbal and written communication skills necessary for documenting research, promoting awareness of current research and providing clinical services directly to patients/clients. For further information, please contact Marissa Ledlin, Operations Manager on email: WHY JOIN US? CMN is an Affiliated Health Organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter New England area. Current employees of NSW Health can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to CMN on commencement. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information. Working at CMN gives you access to a great range of benefits: Fitness Passport. Gender Neutral parental leave Annual Leave Loading at 17.5 % Superannuation contributions at 11.5% ADO's each month (for full-time employees) Novated leasing available for eligible employees 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members Generous Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay WHY NEWCASTLE, NSW? Newcastle is a thriving city surrounded by magnificent natural scenery. Cosmopolitan and compact, we enjoy all the benefits of a global smart city including world class services and facilities, top-tier education and employment opportunities, all with an average commute time of 15 minutes. Discover inspirational living in a vibrant city that will inspire and delight. Visit Imagine Newcastle, here HOW DO YOU APPLY? Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to: Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user) Attach a current resume. Provide a written response to four (4) selection criteria. Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.) Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria located within the attached Position Description. As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today. Please note the following: As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role. 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