Registered Nurse - Oncology
Provide high-quality, patient-centred care, including complex chemotherapy and supportive therapies, in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team.
Employment Type: Permanent Full and Part Time Opportunities
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $74,317.94 - $104,336.27 Per Annum + 12% Super + Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: Up to 38
Requisition ID: REQ625475
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Closing: Sunday, 11th December 2026
Where You’ll Be Working
The Tamworth Northwest Cancer Centre (NWCC) is a comprehensive regional service including Medical Oncology, Haematology, Radiation Oncology, and a Clinical Trials Unit. You’ll join a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled professionals, including Clinical Nurse Consultants (CNC), Nurse Practitioners, and specialist cancer care coordinators, all committed to patient-centred care. The Centre features an infusion suite with 9 treatment chairs, with capacity for future growth to 14, and a team culture built on collaboration, respect, openness, and empowerment.
About the Role
In this role, you’ll work across all areas of the Cancer Centre, gaining exposure to the diverse aspects of oncology care. You may be rostered in Radiation Oncology or Medical Oncology/Haematology, providing high-quality, patient-centred care, including administration of complex chemotherapy protocols and supportive therapies.
You will be fully supported from day one, with a structured orientation and ongoing guidance from the Oncology Clinical Nurse Educator, ensuring a smooth transition into the team. This is an excellent opportunity to build your oncology expertise in a regional setting, collaborate closely with colleagues across the Northwest, and contribute to holistic care for patients at every stage of their cancer journey.
The Centre operates Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, providing variety in shifts while maintaining work-life balance in a progressive and supportive work environment.
Who You Are
You are compassionate, open, and professional, with a strong understanding of the complex needs of cancer patients. You have Current Authority to Practice as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA, experienced in chemotherapy administration and completion of Cancer Institute NSW eviQ Antineoplastic Drug Administration Course (ADAC) or willingness to complete and Graduate Certificate in Cancer Nursing or similar or willingness to work towards the same. You bring excellent communication skills, the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to ongoing professional development and self-directed learning. Oncology or acute care experience is highly regarded, and you are willing to work across all areas of the Cancer Centre to support optimal patient outcomes.
Benefits
At Hunter New England Health enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:
Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
Proximity to shopping and other services
Monthly Allocated Days Off (for full-time employees)
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part time employees)
Paid parental leave (for eligible employees) - giving you the opportunity for true Worklife balance
Salary packaging options - up to $11,600 plus novated leasing
Fitness Passport for health and well-being - discounted gym options for you and your family
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
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For role related queries or questions contact Alison Gill on Alison.Gill@health.nsw.gov.au
Information for Applicants:
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This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Hunter New England Health is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact HNELHD-Diversity@health.nsw.gov.au for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process.
An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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