Nurse Practitioner - Oncology

St Georges Hospital; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

St Georges Hospital in Christchurch is seeking a Nurse Practitioner with oncology expertise to join our innovative team. You will work as an expert clinician in oncology nursing, partnering with medical oncology consultants to manage on-treatment reviews and follow-up appointments.

You will also drive the professional development of the oncology and haematology nursing team and contribute to quality care aligned with our shared purpose and values.

Qualifications

• Hold a current NZ Nursing Registration with Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice is essential.
• Hold a current Nursing Council of New Zealand Practicing Certificate.
• Have validated clinical expertise in Adult Oncology nursing with at least four years practice in the specialty.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-treatment reviews and follow-up appointments in partnership with medical oncology consultants.
• Contribute to support and professional development of the oncology and haematology nursing team.
• Provide expert nursing leadership and influence across the oncology service.

Skills

NP Scope

Oncology Nursing

Clinical Assessment

Leadership

Communication

Job description

Job Description

We have a rare opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner with oncology expertise to join our innovative team. You will work as an expert clinician in oncology nursing, working in partnership with the medical oncology consultants to manage on-treatment reviews and follow-up appointments. You will also have a key role in contributing to the support and professional development of the oncology and haematology nursing team.

This is a full time 1FTE position.

Desired Skills and Experience

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Essential skills/experience for the role:

You will share our absolute commitment to ensuring patients receive the very best in cancer care treatment. You will also:

• Hold a current NZ Nursing Registration with Nurse Practitioner Scope of Practice is essential.
• Hold a current Nursing Council of New Zealand Practicing Certificate
• Have validated clinical expertise in Adult Oncology nursing with at least four years practice in the specialty
• Be knowledgeable about recent cancer care developments in SACT
• Have proven expert clinical assessment skills and a high level of professional judgement
• Be an acknowledged leader in the specialty with a demonstrated ability to contribute to the professional development of nursing throughout the organisation
• Be an excellent communicator with the ability to influence.
• Provide optimum patient care aligned with St George’s Shared Purpose and Values: Excellence Resilience Collaboration Integrity