Clinical Nurse Consultant Ocular Oncology

The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital is a world class specialist hospital in eye and ear care providing services across Victoria. As Australia’s only specialist eye, ear, nose and throat hospital, the Eye and Ear has been providing care for the senses for over 160 years. The Eye and Ear has almost 90 different outpatient clinics for the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of vision and hearing loss and provides a 24-hour emergency eye and ear, nose and throat service. Every year the Eye and Ear cares for nearly 200,000 patients, with over 136,000 outpatients, over 42,000 emergency patients and over 14,000 inpatients. The hospital recently completed a major redevelopment to create a modern internal structure and to improve access for patients, visitors and staff.

Our Vision

We will inspire and advance specialist eye and ENT care

Our Mission

We improve health and wellbeing outcomes through excellence in:

1.           Clinical Care

2.           Teaching

3.           Education

4.           Research

5.           Innovation

Our Values - Integrity, Inclusive and Accessible Care, Collaboration, Excellence

About Role

Ocular Oncology Clinical Nurse Consultant

The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, Melbourne, Victoria

Employment Type:Part time 

Role Purpose

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Clinical Nurse Consultant (CNC) to lead and coordinate care within our Ocular Oncology Service. This role is ideal for a senior and experienced oncology nurse who thrives in complex and semi-autonomous clinical environments, is experienced in being part of an oncology multidisciplinary team, excels in communication, and is passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centred cancer care.

As the CNC, you will be the central point of contact for patients navigating their ocular oncology journey, ensuring seamless coordination across internal teams and external providers. You will play a pivotal role in clinical leadership, service development, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Patient-Centred Care & Coordination

• Lead the coordination of care for patients with complex ocular cancers, ensuring continuity across the treatment pathway.
• Serve as a consistent point of contact for patients and families, providing education, emotional support, and advocacy.
• Develop and implement supportive care and survivorship frameworks tailored to individual patient needs.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with ophthalmologists, oncologists, nurses, MDM coordinators, surgical liaison staff, and allied health professionals.
• Liaise with external hospitals, pathology, and radiology services to ensure timely and integrated care delivery.
• Actively contribute to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and case discussions.

Clinical Leadership & Education

• Provide expert clinical advice and mentorship to nursing and allied health staff.
• Collaborate with the nursing education team to deliver ocular oncology education and training.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and contribute to research and service development.

Documentation & Governance

• Ensure accurate clinical documentation and compliance with hospital policies and procedures.
• Monitor and evaluate service delivery outcomes to support continuous improvement.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in oncology nursing, with demonstrated expertise in managing complex cancer care.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and multitask in a high-acuity setting.

Desirable

• Postgraduate qualifications in oncology, nursing leadership, or a related field.
• Membership with relevant professional bodies (e.g., CNSA, AONA).
• Experience in quality improvement, service development, or clinical research.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a leading specialist hospital.
• Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Contribute to innovative and evidence-based patient care.

Position Description – Click here

Application closes at 18/07/2025 11:59pm

All appointments are subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, a working with children check (if applicable) and evidence of vaccination status.

All staff must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (3 doses) and for clinical staff, patient facing staff and staff working in clinical areas, it is a mandatory requirement to provide evidence of a current influenza vaccination.

Centrally located, close to public transport and a short walk to the CBD, we offer considerable employee benefits, including salary packaging, subsidised car parking as well as educational support

The Eye and Ear is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from harassment or discrimination and to promoting cultural diversity and awareness in the workplace.

The Eye and Ear is a smoke free environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. 

At The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, we are committed to supporting people with disability to gain employment and develop their careers; we encourage you to apply. If you would like further information about this role, please contact the hiring manager or the people and culture department to discuss.