Registered Nurse Grade 2 - Palliative Care
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
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
Registered Nurse Grade 2 - Palliative Care
- Full-time and Part-time opportunities available.
Opportunity exists for suitably qualified and experienced nurses to apply for a Registered Nurse Year 2 to Year 8 (YP3 to YP9) position in the 12 bed Palliative Care Unit that opened at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre in 2020.
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is one of Australia’s leading health care organisations, providing exceptional care and leading cutting-edge research. This position on the new Palliative Care unit at Peter Mac will provide an amazing opportunity for the successful candidate to assist with providing specialised care for patients requiring symptom management, complex pain management, end of life care and discharge planning.
We are seeking part time applicants (fixed term and PPT) to apply. Successful Applicant will be required to work on a 7 day a week rotating roster.
Selection Criteria – essential requirements
- Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)
- Recent and relevant experience of Palliative Care in inpatient (hospice) and acute hospital environments and/or community experience
- Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning and continuing professional development
- A patient focussed approach to care
- Demonstrated team player who can lead and foster collaborative partnerships
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Selection Criteria – desirable requirements
- Membership of relevant professional organisation
- Postgraduate qualification in palliative care nursing or work towards
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:
- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
- Five weeks annual leave (pro-rata), 17.5% leave loading & purchased leave options
Inclusion and belonging
Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.
Join us!
If you feel this role is right for you we warmly invite you to apply, and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check and may include vaccination requirements. Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed. We acknowledge that not all applicants will meet the full list of selection criteria outlined, and wherever possible we will consider applications where relevant experience can apply.
For further information about this opportunity, please review the position description or contact us for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Managers: Holly Pitt & Katie Bray
Email: holly.pitt@petermac.org or katie.bray@petermac.org
Contact Number: 03 8559 6960
Application Close: 12 August 2025
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Position Summary
As a Registered Nurse at Peter Mac you are responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating evidence-based nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal healthcare outcomes for our patients.
The Registered Nurse is a key member of the health care team responsible for ensuring nursing professional, organization, legal and ethical standards are met. The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and delegating to other health care professionals such as Enrolled Nurses and Registered Undergraduate Students of Nursing (RUSON).
Enterprise Agreement
Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024.
Classification or Salary Range
Grade 2: YP2 - YP9
Immunisation Risk Category
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Education
Skills
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Key Accountabilities
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| Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice |
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| Engages in therapeutic and professional relationships |
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Maintains capability for practice |
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| Comprehensively conducts assessments |
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Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
| Develops a plan for nursing practice |
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| Provides safe, appropriate and responsive quality nursing practice |
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| Evaluates outcomes to inform nursing practice |
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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.