Clinical Nurse Consultant Palliative Care
Clinical Nurse Consultant Palliative Care
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Job Description
Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery improvement research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne from ambulatory to inpatient and home and communitybased services.
- Permanent position
- Part time 32 hours per fortnight)Monday to Friday business hours initially with view to review and adjust according to service demands
- Clin Nurse Cons B (ZJ4
- Primarily located at The Alfred with frequent visits to all Alfred campuses
- Great staff benefits!5 weeks annual leave & salary packaging
The Department
The Palliative Care Service provides specialist Palliative Care input to patients of Alfred Health. Team members include consultant medical staff palliative care nurse coordinators junior medical staff grief counsellors music therapists as well as administrative support. Palliative Assessment and Treatment Service (PATS) is a dynamic fast paced clinical service providing outreaching acute palliative care to people referred to Alfred Palliative Care with life limiting illnesss with the aim of providing symptom relief and improving their quality of life safely in a range of settings.
We are looking for someone who is:
- An experienced and organised professional with a strong commitment to enhancing health experiences for palliative patients.
- A selfdriven team player who thrives in both autonomous and collaborative settings.
- Eager to contribute to equity in healthcare enhancing coordination and flexible service delivery models. The ideal candidate will shape their practice around the values of Alfred Health.
The Role
The Palliative Care CNC will have the following responsibilities:
- Expert care: Provide comprehensive assessments diagnoses and tailored treatment options directly to patients whether inperson or through Telehealth
- Collaborative planning: Work with multidisciplinary teams to create personalised care plans that prioritise patient goals and preferences
- Empowerment through education: Offer health education and support to patients families and care staff ensuring optimal outcomes and understanding of care processes
- Community connections: Build strong partnerships with Community Palliative Care services community services and families to manage patient care effectively
- Adapt and lead: Evolve your practice to meet the needs of our service and take an active role in professional development and leadership within the Palliative Care team
Qualifications and Experience Required
- Current endorsement with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRAas a Registered Nurse
- Palliative care experience
- Post graduate qualification in Palliative Care preferred/working towards
- Advanced interpersonal communication (written and verbal) and problemsolving skills
- Knowledge understanding and experience in research and quality improvement
- Current and satisfactory Police Check
- Current and satisfactory Working with Children Check
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
Staff Benefits
- Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
- Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
- Onsite car & bike parking opportunities deducted pretax!!
- Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSporthealth and fitness
- Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Childrens Services
If applicable please identify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.
For enquiries regarding this position please contactGael Wilder Nurse Manager on0during business hours.
Applications close 11pm AEDT Wednesday 9th April 2025.
Interviews will be held face to face.
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020 health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the departments risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website:www.alfredhealth
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Part-Time
