Medical Oncology Nurse - Rural NSW (Permanent)

NSW Health; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Superannuation

Job summary

NSW Health in Dubbo is seeking a Registered Nurse – Medical Oncology to support cancer patients receiving chemotherapy within the Western Cancer Centre Dubbo. The role involves a multidisciplinary team delivering care across chemotherapy spaces, consultation rooms, and access to radiation services.

The nurse will prepare and administer chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy, perform pre-treatment checks, manage vascular access, monitor for side effects and emergencies, and educate

Qualifications

• Current registration as a nurse in Australia.
• Experience in oncology nursing preferred.
• Ability to administer chemotherapy per protocol.
• Strong assessment and monitoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy per protocol.
• Perform pre-treatment checks and vascular access management.
• Monitor patients for side effects and complications.
• Educate patients and families about treatment and self-care.
• Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, allied health, and palliative care teams.

Skills

Oncology care

Chemotherapy

Vascular access

Patient education

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

Job description

NSW Health in Dubbo is seeking a Registered Nurse – Medical Oncology to support cancer patients receiving chemotherapy within the Western Cancer Centre Dubbo. The role involves a multidisciplinary team delivering care across chemotherapy spaces, consultation rooms, and access to radiation services.

The nurse will prepare and administer chemotherapy, targeted therapies, and immunotherapy, perform pre-treatment checks, manage vascular access, monitor for side effects and emergencies, and educate