Brain Cancer Care Coordinator

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients battling brain cancer and have the skills to provide compassionate care, we encourage you to apply.

**Remuneration**: $66.50 - $67.83 per hour + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
**Employment Type**: Temporary part-time until February 2026
**Position Classification**:Clinical Nurse Consultant Grade 2
**Location**: John Hunter Hospital | Awabakal Country
**Hours Per Week**:24 - Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
**Requisition ID**: REQ546528
**Applications Close**: Monday 3rd March 2025

John Hunter Hospital is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Brain Cancer Care Coordinator to join our team. Situated in one of the most comprehensive neurosurgical departments, we are proud to offer advanced patient care to those across the state. In this role, you will be at the forefront of supporting patients and their families, from diagnosis through treatment, surveillance, and end-of-life care.

You will act as a trusted point of contact for patients diagnosed with brain cancer, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalised treatment plans. You will provide clinical advice, education, advocacy, and referrals, bridging the gap between patients, families, and specialists, and ensuring that their needs are met with professionalism and compassion.

**About the position**:
The position is based on Ward G2 - Neuroscience Ward, with expectations to travel to external hospital sites for patient support, where a car will be provided. The role offers flexible start times, with 8-hour shifts on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and requires attendance at the CNS MDT meeting every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month at 7:00 am at John Hunter Hospital. The role includes a week of training with the Brain Cancer Coordinator and presents opportunities for research involvement.

**Key responsibilities include**:

- Meet with patients and families following imaging that suggests a primary brain tumour, providing support and guidance
- Attend medical oncology and radiation oncology appointments alongside patients, offering emotional and clinical support
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop tailored treatment plans
- Provide ongoing advocacy for patients and families, ensuring they receive comprehensive care
- Make referrals to services and offer medical advice to prevent unnecessary emergency department visits
- Assist in research initiatives related to brain cancer, including patient consent for biobanking and whole brain donation
- Facilitate patient access to national clinical trials, and work with the Brain Cancer Centre and the Mark Hughes Foundation to advance brain cancer research

**Requirements**:

- Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
- At least 5 years full time equivalent post registration experience, with at least 3 years full time equivalent experience in this specialty field
- Postgraduate nursing qualifications relevant to the position
- Willingness to travel for work purposes

**Why join us?**
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

- Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
- Proximity to shopping and other services
- Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
- 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
- 6 weeks annual leave (for eligible full time nurses)
- Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
- Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
- Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
- Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

**Need more information?**
1) Click here for the Position Description
3) An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies
4) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position
- Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementing _the Child Safe Standards._ We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse._
- This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive _PD2023_022: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases_ for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree