At Lung Foundation Australia (LFA), we are passionate about the work we
do and the difference we make to the lives of Australians living with, or at
risk of, lung disease and lung cancer.
Our values guide everything we do, and we are proud of our supportive, positive
and inclusive workplace culture that enables our people to do their best work.
We are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate Respiratory
Care Nurse to join our team based in Milton.
About the role
Working as part of the Consumer Programs team, you will be responsible for delivering a telephone-based service to support people living with COPD, bronchiectasis and other chronic lung diseases to better understand and achieve evidence-based management strategies in accordance with current clinical guidelines.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide telephone support to people living with chronic lung disease, as well as their carers and family members.
- Identify gaps in existing resources and support the development of new written web and video-based materials to meet the needs of the consumer cohort.
- Raise awareness of LFA resources and support services to consumers.
- Support patients and/or carers in advocating for their health needs and navigating available services relating to lung disease.
About you
To succeed in this role, you will have the following:
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Minimum 5 year’s experience in a nursing role.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills to communicate clearly, empathetically and effectively with a diverse range of people.
- Ability to translate complex medical information into clear, accessible and plain language resources for patients.
- Strong time management and organisation skills.
- Digital literacy with proficiency in
- Microsoft Office and confidence utilising client relationship management systems such as Salesforce.
Previous experience working in an information and support service or helpline environment, and experience in chronic disease and/or respiratory care, would be highly regarded.
What we offer you!
We are an organisation with a shared purpose and vision. As a three-time winner of the Voice Project Best Workplace Award, we have been recognised as a workplace that demonstrates excellent management practices and a highly engaged workforce.
In addition, we also offer:
- Attractive salary packaging options – up to $15,900 per year in living expenses and $2,650 per year in meal and entertainment expenses.
- Hybrid work arrangements – a mix of office and work from home.
- Additional leave including birthday leave, well-being leave and paid parental leave.
- Annual professional development allowance.
- Opportunities to participate in community events and volunteering initiatives.
- Staff Rewards and Recognition program.
- Workplace wellbeing program and social events.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
If you are passionate about helping others to live their best life with lung disease and thrive in an environment where you can educate and engage with patients about their lung health, then we would welcome you into our team at Australia’s leading lung health charity.
To apply, please submit a cover letter and a current resume.
To find out more about who we are and to view the Position Description, please visit https://lungfoundation.com.au/about/careers/
Lung Foundation Australia is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.
