Assistant in Nursing Oncology

Northern Sydney Local Health District; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Northern Sydney Local Health District is seeking an Assistant in Nursing (AIN) for Ward 8F at Royal North Shore Hospital. This temporary part-time position supports nursing staff in delivering patient-centred care to oncology/haematology patients.

Role involves assisting with activities of daily living, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team and maintaining high standards of safe, compassionate care. Immunisation and screening are required as per NSW Health policies.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated, effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team in a busy ward.
• Commitment to patient-centred, safe care.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Support patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Contribute to delivering safe, compassionate and effective care on an oncology/haematology ward.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Nursing student (2nd/3rd year)

Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) or equivalent

Certificate III in Health Services Assistance

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 19 July 2027 (with possibility of ongoing employment)

Position Classification: Assistant In Nursing

Remuneration: $32.86 - $36.05 per hour

Hours Per Week: 26

Requisition ID: REQ696136

Interested in Oncology Nursing? Join the dynamic and supportive team on Ward 8F at Royal North Shore Hospital (RNSH) as an Assistant in Nursing (AIN).

Ward 8F is a specialist Oncology and Haematology ward providing care for patients undergoing chemotherapy, bone marrow transplantation (including autologous, allogeneic and matched unrelated donor (MUD) transplants), radiotherapy, blood product therapy and other complex oncology treatments. Staff are supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team, including the Nurse Unit Manager, Clinical Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Consultant, in a collaborative and supportive learning environment.

As an Assistant in Nursing, you will work alongside the nursing team to provide high-quality, patient-centred care for patients with complex oncology and haematology needs. You will support patients with activities of daily living and contribute to delivering safe, compassionate and effective care.

NSLHD is proud of our diverse and inclusive workplaces, a place where health care professionals can thrive and feel they belong. We are committed to ensure that all our people feel respected and participate safely within a work environment without aggression, sexual harassment, discrimination and racism.

People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

Candidates Will Need To Meet The Following Criteria

• Currently enrolled in second or third year of a Bachelor of Nursing or degree deemed appropriate; or current enrolment in Diploma of Nursing (HLT54121) with evidence of completion of Block 1; or completion of HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care).
• Demonstrated, effective written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team.

For role related queries or questions contact Georgia Dawson on [e-mail]

This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases. The full list of requirements are outlined in the NSW Health OASV Policy (Page 11). You will be required to complete the OASV Undertaking/ Declaration Form and TB Assessment Tool during the recruitment process. Please upload this with your application along with any other vaccination evidence that you may have.

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Applications Close: 6 October 2026