Clinical Nurse Specialist

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Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre

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Job Title: Clinical Nurse Specialist - Vascular Access Specialist Team

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Fixed Term Full Time Role

• Job Share Considered
• Fixed Term Until 2026
• Salary $107,338.4k (1.0 EFT) + salary packaging + super + 5 weeks annual leave (pro-rata)

About the Role:

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of a new initiative at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre. As the Clinical Nurse Specialist - Vascular Access Specialist Team (VAST), you will be at the forefront of developing a nurse-led vascular access service, the first of its kind at Peter Mac. You will play a critical role in shaping and implementing this innovative service, ensuring high-quality care and optimal outcomes for patients. Your leadership and expertise will guide the team in establishing best practices and improving vascular access care across the Centre.

In this role, you will manage complex venous access needs, including providing expertise in ultrasound-guided Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation (PIVC) and Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) management. As a clinical leader, you will implement and champion the Difficult Intravenous Access (DIVA) clinical escalation pathway, ensuring the best possible patient outcomes. By working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will continue to drive excellence in patient care, education, and support. This role is Fixed Term until June 2026

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of vascular access initiatives, including the DIVA escalation pathway.

Perform vascular assessments, create individualised vascular access plans, and develop strategies to improve patient outcomes.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide evidence-based care for patients with complex venous access needs.

Educate patients, families, and healthcare teams on best practices in vascular access and care.

Ensure timely referrals, effective interventions, and maintain high standards of practice.

Contribute to the ongoing review and improvement of clinical procedures and guidelines.

Support clinical units in the assessment and selection of vascular access devices.

Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills, fostering a patient-centred environment.

What You Bring:

Registered Nurse with current AHPRA registration.

Minimum of five years of clinical experience

Expertise in ultrasound guided PIVC insertion and management of CVADs.

Postgraduate qualification in Oncology Nursing, Advanced Practice Nursing, or a related clinical specialty

High level of interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.

A commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

What We Offer You:

Competitive salary (Clinical Nurse Specialist YS9) with salary packaging options.

Access to postgraduate study support and professional development opportunities.

A dynamic, innovative team environment where your contributions are valued.

Opportunities to lead and shape patient care at a world-class cancer centre.

Ongoing support and mentorship to develop your leadership and clinical skills.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.

Hiring Manager: Jenny Marcen, Deputy Director Of Nursing-Ambulatory

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Applications Close:11:59PM Thursday 18 September 2025