EPISODE 1 - The Cancer Nursing Workforce

Developed by researchers at Monash University and McGrath Foundation (supported by CNSA), this project aims to develop a self-assessment tool specifically designed for specialist cancer nurses who provide care to people with cancer and conduct pilot psychometric testing to examine internal consistency and known-group validity.

Good news for nurse practitioners and patients: PBAC has recommended expanded prescribing in cancer care. Read the President’s update for what this means, highlights from CanForum, and an invitation to join our Rare Cancers Community of Practice on 19 September to keep the advocacy conversation going.

Led by CNSA's Radiation Oncology Specialist Practice Network, this study represents the largest survey of the Radiation Oncology Nursing workforce in Australia, offering previously unexplored perspectives on roles, responsibilities, and how they view their practice.

The latest Health Workforce Data is here, giving a clear snapshot of nurses and midwives working in Australia—and specifically those in cancer care. With over 8,200 nurses now working in this vital area, trends show a growing and younger workforce involved in the future of cancer care.

If you love what we're doing at CNSA with our broader education offerings and future focused plan, you might be interested in working for us! We're currently recruiting for an Education Manager / Experienced Nurse Educator in a Work from Home capacity. You could be taking the lead in developing and delivering relevant, high-quality professional development opportunities for CNSA members, including webinars, podcasts, and online learning modules, and lead the validation and content mapping for our new Cancer Nursing Education Portal.