| Ward 2 Haematology & Blood Cell Transplant Unit |
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| Nurse Unit Manager: Del Commodo |
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About our unit:
Bed No: 23 Beds
Specialties: Haematology malignancies and Autologous Stem Cell Transplantation
Patient Group: Acute and chronic leukaemias; Multiple Myeloma; lymphomas (Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma and Hodgkin's Disease); myeloproliferative and; myelodysplastic disorders. |
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Staffing Profile:
A team of skilled nurses, including:
- Clinical Nurse Specialists
- Haematology Nurse Coordinators
- Skin Lymphoma Nurse Consultant
- Practice Development Nurse
- Masters, Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate-prepared specialist cancer nurses
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Support for Staff:
Through a supportive learning environment we encourage staff to develop both clinically and professionally.
The Ward 2 Practice Development Nurse is able to work directly with staff to meet the challenges of working in this dynamic cancer speciality by:
- Developing core haematology nursing knowledge and skills
- Preparing for the role of buddy for new staff
- Preparing for presentations at ward, hospital and conference level
Opportunities exist for participation in specialist haematology education programs, a collaborative nurse led monthly haematology forum, and attendance at national and international conferences. |
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Quotes from staff on unit:
“It’s not just a job! It’s exciting, challenging and makes you want to be the best haematology nurse you can be.”
“The environment is very supportive. We all encourage each other to increase our knowledge. That’s why I love working here.”
“I love the camaraderie.”
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