At Lung Foundation Australia, our mission is simple: Healthy lungs for all. We are Australia's trusted lung health charity, leading lung health and transforming lives through impactful programs, advocacy, research and support services. Guided by our ambitious 2026–2030 Corporate Plan, we are focused on improving lung health outcomes, driving innovation, influencing policy, supporting consumers and accelerating research to create lasting impact for all Australians affected by lung disease and lung cancer.
We are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth to join our team based in Milton QLD.
The Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth, is a position within Lung Foundation Australia, funded through the Department of Health and Aged Care’s Australian Cancer Nursing and Navigation Program (ACNNP). The ACNNP represents a significant reform which will deliver improved cancer outcomes, across the cancer continuum, ensuring all people with cancer have access to high quality and culturally safe care, irrespective of their cancer type or location.
The Lung Cancer Specialist Nurse - Telehealth is a highly qualified oncology nurse responsible for providing evidence-based information and support, referral pathways and education via telehealth (telephone or video) to lung health professionals and people living with lung cancer, their carers and families. The specialist telehealth nurse will work cohesively with the Information and Support Centre to progress internally and externally generated telehealth appointments.
This role is well-suited for individuals seeking to transition from a clinical position to a telehealth-based role within a supportive team environment.
To succeed in this role, you will have the following:
Nursing education and counselling experience is desirable. Previous experience working in an information and support service / helpline is highly desirable.
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:
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.
Apply now!
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/
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people living with disability and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
The trusted central source of guidance and support at every stage of your journey. Lung Foundation Australia is the only charity and leading peak body of its kind in Australia that delivers life-changing research and programs that support and provide hope to people of all ages with a lung disease, and their families, at every stage of the journey. Our aim is to ensure lung health is a priority for all, from promoting lung health and early diagnosis, to supporting people with lung disease and championing equitable access to treatment and care. Our work is centred on the needs of those living with lung disease, and underpinned by the values of compassion, courage, respect and collaboration.
