Why Join RMH?
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Part time 2 years fixed term opportunity | 32 hours per fortnight
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Support patient care and clinical trials that improve health outcomes
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Contribute to the ongoing development of a high-quality neurofibromatosis program
About the role
The Clinical Nurse Specialist – Neurofibromatosis Clinic plays a pivotal role in delivering expert, patient-centred care for adults with neurofibromatosis at The Royal Melbourne Hospital. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide advanced clinical assessment, care coordination, patient education, and ongoing support for patients and their families as they navigate complex and often lifelong healthcare needs.
As a key member of the service, you will act as a central point of contact for patients, liaising with neurosurgeons, oncologists, nursing, allied health, primary care providers, and external treatment services to ensure seamless, coordinated care. You will support multidisciplinary care planning, facilitate referrals and follow-up, contribute to outpatient clinics, and help ensure patients receive timely access to the services and treatments they need.
This rewarding opportunity is ideal for an experienced nurse who is passionate about improving patient outcomes, providing compassionate care, and working collaboratively within a specialist service. Through clinical leadership, education, and quality improvement activities, you will contribute to the ongoing development of a high-quality neurofibromatosis program while embodying the RMH values of putting people first, leading with kindness, and achieving excellence together.
Key Accountabilities
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Coordinate and communicate patient care and treatment plans with medical, nursing, allied health and external providers.
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Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, document outcomes and coordinate follow-up actions.
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Act as the primary contact for patients, families and carers, providing education, support and care navigation throughout the treatment journey.
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Coordinate referrals, discharge planning, appointments and ongoing care to ensure seamless transitions across services.
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Liaise with research teams and external treatment providers to support timely, coordinated patient care. Maintain patient education resources and provide education and clinical support to staff.
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Contribute to the development of shared models of care with primary care providers for appropriate patient groups.
About You
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Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
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Strong clinical reasoning, prioritisation and communication skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Compassionate, adaptable and committed to person-centred, high-quality care.
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Thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment with a positive team-focused approach.
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Committed to The Melbourne Way and making a difference every day.
Benefits of Working at RMH
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Join a values-based organisation offering great opportunities for career diversity and professional development, including training and research opportunities, as well as access to mentorship and leadership programs.
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Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
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Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
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Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
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Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.
Interested?
Click Apply to view the full position description, review RMH's Nursing Professional Practice Framework, and submit your cover letter and resume
Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to fostering a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
As a child safe organisation, RMH are committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of children and young people, in line with the Child Safe Standards
We are proud to be a workplace that champions diversity, inclusion and equality for our staff and communities we support, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities, and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
All appointments are made subject to satisfactory background and compliance checks, including a Criminal History Record Check (or equivalent), Working with Children Check and Immunisation assessment.
