When it comes to cancer care, choose hope.

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital leading the way in delivering patient-centred cancer care.  We seek passionate, caring, and dedicated staff who align with our Founder’s vision of creating a collaborative environment in which, respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture, thrive in the interests of our patients.

About the role

Our day therapy unit is looking for nurses with a background of experience in oncology and/or haematology, or registered nurses with other specialist backgrounds looking to move into the field of cancer. As a Chemotherapy Nurse, you will be responsible for the administration of chemotherapy and supportive treatments, education of treatment side effects and the effective strategies for the management of these side effects.

Working alongside a growing team of nurses in our Day Therapy unit, you'll have the opportunity to join a team that embraces "team nursing" and free-flowing communication. Working in a facility is state-of-the-art and new, you'll really have the opportunity to provide our patients with exceptionally high standards of care, while being a part of the growth and development of the unit. You will be supported by a team of senior staff including nurse specialists, clinical nurse educator and oncology nurse practitioner.

To be successful in this role you must possess the following skills and experience:

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Association (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse Division 1
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• A flexible, motivated ‘can do’ attitude
• Relevant tertiary or equivalent Oncology or Haematology qualifications, or equivalent work practice is desirable
• Recent clinical experience in an Oncology or Haematology setting or other specialist field is desirable
• Understanding of cytotoxic medication
• Understanding of WH&S requirements for handling cytotoxic material
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer Literacy

In return for your experience and skills, we offer the following:

• Career growth opportunities
• Weekly education sessions
• Working in a state of the art facility – fantastic working conditions and great café
• Attractive Salary Packaging benefits including mortgage and rental packaging, novated leasing, accommodation packaging, a Meal and
• Entertainment card
• Work with a team of colleagues who strive to provide the best care possible
• Financial assistance for post graduate studies for approved applicants
• This is a Category A position. To be employed by Chris O’Brien Lifehouse you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy. Information regarding this Policy is available on our careers website: www.mylifehouse.org.au/aboutlifehouse/careers

Please direct all requests for information to Kate Bilton or Leanne Enright, Nursing Unit Manager, via phone 02 8514 0756 or email [email protected] or [email protected] using the subject line: Registered Nurse - Day Therapy enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Apply Now

If this opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team interests you, then please apply by submitting your CV and cover letter addressing the above selection criteria. 

Culture

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual is valued, respected, and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive and that no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Chris O`Brien Lifehouse values to apply.