About this ENT Head and Neck Cancer Co-ordinator/Surgical Liaison Nurse role at St Vincent's Health Australia
Job Description:
- Exciting and challenging work environment
- Challenging and autonomous roles
- Part time, Maternity Leave Cover, total 24 hours per week until Feb, 2028
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for Experienced Registered Nurse to join the Planned Surgery Management team within the ENT surgical group on a maternity leave cover, part-time basis (24 hrs. a week) until February 2028.
The Head and Neck Nurse Coordinator/ ENT Planned Surgical Liaison Nurse is responsible for supporting and facilitating the provision of continuous quality care to the patients diagnosed with cancer. You will provide a contact point to assist patients and their carers as well as act as the central liaison for clinicians and multidisciplinary teams involved in the patients care. You are also responsible for ensuring that general ENT patients receive timely access to elective surgery.
Head & Neck Coordinator 2 days per week. Surgical Liaison Nurse 1 day per week.
Classifications for this position will range from:
Head & Neck Co-ordinator: ZJ4 ($128,102.00 per annum, pro rata).
Surgical Liaison Nurse: YU11 ($115,289.20 per annum, pro rata).
Duties
- Coordinate, negotiate and manage the transition of care for ENT patients
- Streamline the planned surgery preadmission process
- Increase access for planned surgery patients and reduce their length of stay
- Be able to identify issues and actively participate in problem solving
- Analyse and evaluate data and compile statistical reports as required
- Collaborate with all members of the team to facilitate the provision of holistic care of patients that is inclusive of their carers / relatives
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor of Nursing and current Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
- Minimum of 3 years postgraduate acute ENT nursing experience
- Demonstrate an ability to develop, plan, promote and market new care concepts
- Understanding of pre-admission, admission and discharge planning principles
Benefits
• A focus on wellbeing initiatives, with regular events and programs
• Confidential, solutions-focused employee counselling
• Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities
• Salary Packaging – Increase your take home pay!
• In the heart of Fitzroy, CBD at our doorstep, close to some of Melbourne’s best cafes, public transport and lots of carparks
• Discounts and Promotions always available through our Foundation
• Regular opportunities for professional development to assist you to reach your career goals
• Culture of continuous improvement
About Planned Surgery
The Planned Surgery Management Team (PSMT) is responsible for the coordination and case management of patients on the wait list; ensuring they receive their surgery in a safe and equitable manner.
Application
Please attach your resume and cover letter to your application.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. Inclusion is essential to our mission and diversity reflects the community we serve.
Please visit our website, for further information regarding our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Employment at SVHM.
SVHA has a duty of care under work health and safety legislation to eliminate and/or control the risk of transmission of vaccine preventable diseases in healthcare settings. You may therefore be required to undergo mandatory immunisations/vaccinations (including flu vaccinations).
This position is subject to a Victorian government direction regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Successful applicants must meet these vaccination requirements. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Closing Date:
15 November 2026 11:59pmReconciliation Action Plan:
At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.
For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [email protected]
View Reconciliation Action Plan
