Registered Nurse - Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit

About the role

The Royal Melbourne Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse to join its Haematology and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit, a 32-bed specialised service providing complex, high-acuity care to patients with acute leukaemia, non-malignant haematological conditions, allogeneic bone marrow transplants and patients within the VCCC Alliance. The unit contributes to education, research, supervision of junior staff and students, and ongoing service development. It is supported by a multidisciplinary structure including Clinical Nurse Educators, a Clinical Resource Nurse and Health Assistants in Nursing.

Key responsibilities

• Provide safe, holistic and evidence-based nursing care to patients
• Complete timely assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
• Work with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team to deliver person-centred care
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and professional practice
• Identify and escalate risks, changes in patient condition and safety concerns

Required profile

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and prioritisation skills
• Works within scope and seeks support when needed
• Committed to professional development and reflective practice
• Role models RMH values and safe work practices
• Previous experience in haematology and bone marrow transplant is highly regarded

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $12,000 tax free and generous leave entitlements, including additional annual leave and a monthly accrued day off for eligible full-time staff
• Career growth through learning, development and diverse opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive culture and the chance to contribute to research and new models of care
• Work in the Parkville precinct with good public transport, onsite parking and staff health services

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume; appointments are subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Record Check and Working With Children Check.