Registered Nurse - Icon Cancer Centre Canberra, ACT

Icon Group; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated lease options

Rewards portal

Employee assistance program

Development pathways

Online courses

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Icon Group's Canberra Cancer Centre is seeking a Registered Nurse for a part-time role to support oncology patients. You will join a collaborative team delivering high-quality cancer care and patient education.

The role reports to the Nurse Manager and requires experience in IV cannulation, chemotherapy knowledge, and compassionate communication within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current AHPRA registration is required.
• Experience in oncology nursing and high-acuity settings is preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and administering medications and IV infusions.
• Patient assessment, education and care for peripheral/central access.
• Assisting doctors with procedures and providing pre/post procedure care.
• Maintaining and updating patient records (written and electronic).
• Providing emotional support to patients, families and carers.

Skills

Oncology nursing

IV cannulation

Advanced communication

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Job description

Nursing ACT Part Time Icon Cancer Centre Australia

Join our team at Icon Cancer Centre Canberra, where we’re looking for a part-time Registered Nurse to support our Oncology patients. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in Oncology Nursing with an innovative, research-driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

• Career Development: Expand your skills with a rapidly growing company that values professional development.
• Supportive Team Environment: Work within a collaborative team that includes nurses, radiation therapists, doctors, administrators, allied health professionals, and support staff.
• Permanent-Part Time: Allowing you time to pursue the other things in life

About the Role

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our integrated centre in Canberra on a part-time basis Monday to Friday. This position will report to the Nurse Manager and will focus on the delivery of exceptional personalised cancer care to patients and their families.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitoring and administering medication and intravenous infusions
• Patient assessment, observation and education. Inserting and care of peripheral and central access devices.
• Assisting doctors with procedures and providing pre and post procedure care and education
• Maintaining and updating patients written and electronic records
• Providing emotional support to patients, families and carers

About you

To ensure our integrated cancer centre delivers an exceptional experience for patients, their families, doctors, our staff and visitors, we are seeking a candidate who consistently demonstrates values aligned to those of the organisation, flexibility and a ‘can‑do’ attitude. The successful applicant will be required to work across both medical oncology, haematology and radiation oncology disciplines. Experience in IV cannulation, knowledge of chemotherapy and supportive therapies is preferred but not essential.

In return we offer a friendly, flexible and dynamic work environment, career development pathways, unique rewards and benefits and the opportunity to work for a growing and innovative market leader.

If you’re passionate about providing high-quality oncology care.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Current AHPRA registration
• Knowledge and experience in oncology nursing
• Experience in a high acuity setting
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work successfully within a team structure
• Computer skills
• CVAD management skills preferred
• IV Cannulation skills preferred

Join us in making a difference at Icon Cancer Centre.

About our Canberra Centre

Icon Cancer Centre Canberra has proudly delivered world-class, exceptional cancer care close to home for the local community since opening in 2018. Located on-site at Canberra Specialist Medical Centre, Icon Canberra is led by a team of highly experienced cancer specialists who provide a wide range of cutting-edge treatment options including radiation therapy, chemotherapy and treatment for blood disorders. Our dedicated, multidisciplinary team are committed to understanding each patient’s individual needs and supporting them throughout their treatment journey. Our patients are seen by one doctor for the duration of their treatment.

Learn more about our Canberra Centre: https://iconcancercentre.com.au/centre/canberra/

Icon Group

Icon Group is Australia’s largest integrated provider of cancer care with a growing reach in New Zealand, Asia and the United Kingdom.

Icon is built on a strong but simple mission - to deliver the best care possible to as many people as possible, as close to home as possible. The group brings together all aspects of quality cancer care including medical oncology, haematology, radiation oncology, research, theranostics, pharmacy and compounding to deliver a truly integrated, end-to-end seamless service for cancer patients. With more than 3500 team members, a network of more than 350 doctors, over 50 cancer centres, six compounding facilities and operational support of 70 plus pharmacies, Icon is delivering world-leading care and helping address the global cancer burden.

For more information visit http://www.icongroup.global and follow Icon Group on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/company/icon-group

Here’s why our people choose us

Purpose, at Pace: We remain focused on continually expanding our cancer treatment services and making them accessible to more people across Australia and internationally.

Impact, at Scale: We’re Australia’s largest dedicated provider of cancer care, with our global reach growing every day. Here you’ll know your work is making a difference.

Connection, at Heart: Our work isn’t easy but it’s extremely important. Our secret ingredient is our incredible, connected, and talented people. And their secret ingredient is each other.

Opportunity, at Hand: We’re constantly innovating. We deliver over 3.5 million patient interactions, in over 120 places, across 7 countries. Every week brings changes, growth and new opportunities.

Our Culture and Benefits

At Icon, we don’t just offer jobs - we offer careers that grow with you. Enjoy:

• Access to Novated Lease Options: Pay for your car, rego, insurance, fuel, and servicing with pre-tax earnings – potentially saving you thousands!
• Rewards Portal: Discounts and cash-back on experiences, travel, dining & shopping.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access confidential external counselling and support services. Talk about work, money, family and everything in between with extensively trained professionals.
• Development Pathways: We love hearing how we can help you thrive in your career! Set individual goals with leaders across the business and we’ll help you grow with us.
• Online Courses: Free access to an abundance of online courses in both clinical and non-clinical categories.
• Paid Parental Leave: Supporting you both personally and professionally.

We’re excited for you to join us!

At Icon, build relationships that matter.

Icon Group celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We encourage applications from all diverse backgrounds.

Certain roles may require the successful candidate to show evidence that they have been vaccinated against or is not susceptible to specified VPDs.