Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: $69,500 - $70,500
Grade: Grade not specified
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Loddon Mallee - Swan Hill
Reference: 6516
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Infection Prevention Project Nurse - Clinical Support Nurse
Fixed Term, Part Time Role – 48 Hours per Fortinght
Are you passionate for infection prevention and quality improvement?
We are offering a part-time, fixed-term opportunity to join our Infection Prevention team as a Project Nurse in a parental leave cover role, from 12th January 2026 until 5th October 2026
Position Overview:
In this part-time fixed-term role, you will be responsible for leading and managing infection prevention quality improvement projects. These projects will involve audits, surveillance activities, and research initiatives, all designed to reduce infections and enhance patient safety.
Working alongside a team of experienced infection prevention nurses and healthcare professionals, you will contribute to the development and implementation of evidence-based infection prevention strategies aligned with Peter Mac’s strategic priorities.
This role provides the opportunity to take on a clinical leadership position and contribute to improving patient outcomes through effective infection prevention practices, all while working in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage infection prevention quality improvement projects, including audits, surveillance, and research activities.
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention Nurses and multidisciplinary teams to implement strategic infection prevention priorities.
• Develop and execute project plans under the guidance of the Infection Prevention Manager and CNCs.
• Monitor, report on, and analyse project progress using data management tools and Microsoft 365.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of infection prevention practices, in line with National Quality Standards.
Essential Requirements:
• AHPRA Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience.
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in Infection Prevention.
• Strong understanding of clinical risk management practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in data management and proficiency in Microsoft 365.
• Commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.
• Ability to influence and drive change in clinical practice.
• Desirable Requirements:
• Consideration to work towards accreditation as a Nurse Immuniser.
• Interest in training as a Hand Hygiene Auditor.
• Recent experience or demonstrated interest in project management.
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is a world leader in cancer research, education, and treatment. As an internal staff member, you will be part of a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team, working together to enhance infection prevention strategies and improve patient care. This parental leave cover position offers you the chance to take on a clinical leadership role while balancing a part-time schedule.
Remuneration as per Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028. Clinical Support Nurse (RN28): $110,614.40 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time). To be discussed with Hiring Manager.
Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary.
Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager: Stephanie Spilsbury
Contact Number: 03 855 97995
Email: Stephanie.Spilsbury@petermac,org
Applications Close: 11:59PM Sunday 09 November 2025
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.