Join us in Emerald as the Cancer Care Coordinator (CNC! This exciting 2-year temporary role offers the chance to make a real difference in a vibrant regional community.

The Clinical Nurse Consultant will lead and support multidisciplinary teams, providing expert nursing care, education, and advocacy for cancer patients and their families.

We’re looking for a passionate, experienced oncology nurse with strong leadership skills and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. Enjoy a rewarding role in a supportive environment, with opportunities to develop your expertise and positively impact local health outcomes.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Job details

About us:

Cancer Care Services provides care for patients with cancer from all divisions and geographies across the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service, and at times extends to patients living in Central Highlands of Queensland. Day Therapy and Outpatient Ambulatory services are provided during business hours, Monday to Friday. Systemic anti-cancer treatments and supportive therapies are the core business of the service.

About the role:

A cancer patients' journey involves many health professionals in different treatment facilities across widespread locations. Patients and carers often need an experienced clinician to coordinate their care, to help them navigate health services, and to provide a single point of contact for information and support. The role of the Cancer Care Coordinator is designed to help fulfil this need. Cancer Care Coordinators provide continuity of care through diagnosis, treatment including surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy and follow-up and provide specialist knowledge to staff and those affected by cancer.

About you:

• Must have a Registered Nurse qualification with a registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a current annual practising certificate are mandatory for this position.
• While not mandatory an Oncology Nursing Qualification/Experience or commitment to completing qualification in a relevant post graduate qualification would be considered highly desirable.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $82,105 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $66.85 - $72.58 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport
• Up to 6 weeks short term accommodation

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) CH5I663366

Applications close: Tuesday, 14 October 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• CH5I663366 - Clinical Nurse Consultant (PDF, 371KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants