Registered Nurse - Oncology Haematology

NSW Health; Kingswood; On-site; AUD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Education courses

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Oncology/Haematology team at Nepean Hospital. This temporary role offers up to 38 hours per week across a flexible roster, supporting patients undergoing cancer treatments and haematological care.

The position is based at Nepean Hospital within NBMLHD, delivering evidence-based nursing care in a multidisciplinary environment. The role is suitable for committed nurses seeking specialised cancer care experience.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with AHPRA.
• Experience in oncology/haematology nursing preferred.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and flexible roster.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to oncology/haematology patients.
• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualised care plans.
• Monitor patients' clinical condition and escalate concerns promptly.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support diagnosis, treatment, recovery and supportive care.

Skills

AHPRA Registered Nurse

Oncology/Haematology

New graduate RN program

Multidisciplinary team care

Flexible roster

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time or Part Time (Up to 21/11/2027)

Position Classification: Registered Nurse

Location: Nepean Hospital

Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour

Hours Per Week: Up to 38

Requisition ID: REQ701443

Applications Close: 03/11/2026

With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed and develop in your chosen career role.

About Us

Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is an exceptional environment to advance your career while enhancing your skills and expertise. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we deliver a comprehensive range of public health services across the Nepean, Blue Mountains, and Lithgow Regions.

Nepean Hospital is a teaching hospital that provides tertiary referral services in emergency care, coronary care, diagnostics, gynaecology, paediatric, neonatal intensive care/ICU, maternity, mental health, rehabilitation, and surgery. The Nepean Campus has recently experienced tremendous growth and aims to support communities within and outside of Sydney’s western suburbs, providing world-class clinical facilities, services, and care.

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse passionate about supporting patients through complex and challenging healthcare journeys? Nepean Hospital is seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join our Oncology / Haematology team. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality, evidence-based Nursing care to patients undergoing investigation and treatment for cancer and haematological disorders. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals to support patients throughout diagnosis, treatment, recovery and supportive care.

As a Registered Nurse in Oncology / Haematology, you will provide comprehensive Nursing care to patients with a range of solid tumours, blood cancers and other haematological conditions. You will support patients receiving complex treatments while promoting safety, comfort, dignity and quality of life. Your role and responsibilities will include conducting comprehensive Nursing assessments and developing, implementing and evaluating individualised patient care plans, monitoring patients' clinical condition, recognising deterioration and escalating concerns promptly, providing Nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatments and haematological therapies in accordance with clinical guidelines, prescribed treatment plans and your demonstrated competence.

Nepean Hospital provides an opportunity to contribute to the care of patients and families across Western Sydney and the Nepean Blue Mountains region. By joining our Oncology / Haematology team, you will have the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and clinical skills in cancer and haematology Nursing, work alongside experienced clinicians committed to delivering high-quality patient care and support patients through complex treatments and important stages of their healthcare journey.

If you are a motivated Registered Nurse who is passionate about cancer care and committed to improving the experiences and outcomes of patients and their families, we encourage you to apply.

What you will bring to the role

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse Division 1 with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency AHPRA.
• Demonstrated experience and clinical skill in nursing as a Registered Nurse including completion of a new graduate Registered Nurse program or equivalent experience working as a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated capacity to provide effective nursing care that is person centred, family inclusive and culturally sensitive to people accessing health services.
• Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Demonstrated effective communications written and verbal skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to work a flexible roster, day evening or night shift across all days of the week according to the unit or team requirements.

Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees

Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging

Novated Leasing

Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year

Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members

Fitness Passport

Additional information

• NBMLHD is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) people, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified and must not exceed the duration or conditions associated with the current visa.