Oncology Registered Nurse

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service; Bairnsdale; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) in East Gippsland, Victoria, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Oncology and Medical Ambulatory Unit. You will provide holistic cancer and medical infusion care within a multidisciplinary team.

Ongoing Part Time or Full-Time roles totalling 112 hours per fortnight are available, with a fixed-term maternity leave contract of 48 hours per fortnight until 8 November 2027, and hands-on training to develop expertise in oncology.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years recent acute nursing experience.
• Well-developed critical thinking and clinical assessment skills.
• Commitment to meeting the special needs of those undertaking cancer & medical infusion treatments.
• Cannulation and CVAD competencies desirable but mandatory to develop and maintain.
• Demonstrated self-directed learning in cancer care an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, holistic care to patients receiving cancer and other medical treatments.
• Ensure a safe, supportive and welcoming environment for patients, their support person/family and staff.
• Regularly cover annual leave as needed.

Skills

Acute nursing experience

Critical thinking

Clinical assessment

Infusion therapy

Cannulation

Self-directed learning

Job description

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Ongoing and Fixed term contracts available

Advance your nursing career in cancer care while making a meaningful difference to patients and their families.

As a Registered Nurse within our Oncology and Medical Ambulatory Unit, you'll be supported to build specialised skills in cancer and infusion therapy while working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centred care.

The Contracts:

• Ongoing Part Time or Full-Time hours available, totalling 112 hours per fortnight to be distributed amongst successful applicants.
• Fixed term maternity leave contact – 48 hours per fortnight until 8th November 2027.

The Position:

In this role you will deliver high-quality, holistic care to patients receiving cancer and other medical treatments, ensuring a safe, supporting and welcoming environment for patients their support person/family and staff. While Oncology experience is desirable, we also welcome applicants with strong, assessment skills and acute care experience who are looking to develop their expertise in oncology. You will be supported by our experienced team with comprehensive hands‑on training and support, to build your confidence, knowledge and clinical skills. The position will also include regular opportunities to cover annual leave.

Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 2 years recent acute nursing experience
• Well-developed critical thinking and clinical assessment skills
• Commitment to meeting the special needs of those undertaking cancer & medical infusion treatments
• Cannulation and CVAD competencies desirable but mandatory to develop and maintain
• Demonstrated self-directed learning in cancer care an advantage

Please view the full key selection criteria in the Position Description here.

Why Join BRHS?

• Great opportunity to develop your skills in a growth area
• This role is primarily worked on a Monday to Friday, business hours roster
• View a holistic picture of the patient cancer journey whilst participating in the multidisciplinary team patient management
• Enjoy being part of our cohesive team of professionals who embrace challenges, welcome new ideas and embody our principles of care

Ready to make a difference?

For more information contact:

Jo Counihan, Acting Nurse Unit Manager, Oncology on 03 5150 3325

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS)is East Gippsland’s largest employer,delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria,enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose:Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time.Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS.

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