Congenital Clinical Nurse Consultant

Why Join RMH?

• Part -time Ongoing | 16 hours per fortnight
• Parkville location close to transport, discounted onsite parking available  
• Generous salary packaging options available 

About the Role

The Congenital CNC at The Royal Melbourne Hospital plays a key role in coordinating and supporting the care of patients with congenital heart disease across inpatient, outpatient, and multidisciplinary settings. The role involves providing clinical expertise, patient education, care planning, and liaison between patients, families, and the broader healthcare team to ensure safe, evidence-based, and patient-centred care. The CNC also contributes to service improvement, staff education, and continuity of care throughout the patient journey.

The Cardiology Department includes the Coronary Care and Step-down Unit, Cardiology Ward, the Cardiac Catheter Laboratories, a Cardiology Day procedure ward, non-invasive and diagnostic services as well as Specialty and General Cardiology Outpatient Department.   

Key Accountabilities

• Provide expert guidance and act as a resource nurse to other health care professionals such as nurses and junior medical staff on management of complex patient needs based on best clinical practice
• To coordinate the weekly cardiac congenital clinic, monthly cardiac pregnancy clinic and monthly new patient congenital clinic including coordinating test/procedures required before the clinic and, coordination of the clinic on the day.
• To co-lead the cardiac congenital transition clinic at Royal Children’s Hospital 4 times per year to enable the seamless transition of paediatric patients from paediatric to adult care
• Undertake post-clinic follow-up including following up test results and implementing plans after discussions with medical team

About You

• Nursing registration with AHRPA - registration as a registered nurse 

• Post graduate certificate/Diploma in acute cardiac care/critical care 

• Recent acute cardiac/critical clinical care of at least 3 years 

• Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills at all levels 

Benefits of Working at RMH

• 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.
• Access to comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, including Employee Assistance and Fitness Passport.
• Up to $12,000 tax free earnings with salary packaging options.
• Generous leave entitlements – five weeks annual leave per year (pro-rata for part time), additional monthly paid day off for full time staff.
• Central Parkville location – onsite car parking options, easily accessible via public transport.

Position Description

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Interested?

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Our Commitment

We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of the lands on which we work and are committed to a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

RMH is a child safe organisation, committed to upholding the rights, safety, and wellbeing of children and young people in line with the Child Safe Standards.

As a leader in healthcare, we are dedicated to fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities to apply and will provide adjustments to support equitable participation.

Interviews may commence as applications are received. Early applications are encouraged as the role may close once filled.