Registered Nurses - Cancer Services

Registered Nurse Cancer Services

• Opportunities across multiple wards - Medical Oncology and Haematology
• Option to rotate through cancer wards
• Professional development and support for RN’s new to cancer care

What we do:

Calvary Mater Newcastle is one of the busiest adult cancer treatment facilities in NSW. We provide a comprehensive range of Cancer Services, diagnosis and treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation therapy and surgery. We are supported by clinical trials facilities across our cancer disciplines which enable patients to access trials of new medicines before they are widely available. Our focus is on patient care and helping our patient through their entire journey to wellness.

At Calvary Mater Newcastle we provide both inpatient and outpatient specialised Cancer Services. We are seeking Registered Nurses with either recent experience or an interest in cancer care to apply for career opportunities in our inpatient Cancer Services wards.

For further information regarding our Cancer services and clinics, please review here!

What you bring (selection criteria): 

• Registered Nurse authorised to practise by (AHPRA).
• Demonstrated recent clinical experience in an acute care and/or hospital setting
• A genuine interest in cancer care services
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team

For further information please see the below position descriptions for further detail

 Registered Nurse - Haematology - Position Description.pdf

 Registered Nurse - Medical Oncology - Position Description.pdf

What do we offer?

• Supported professional development with a Clinical Nurse Educator for any recent graduates or to experienced Registered Nurses new to cancer care.
• Option to rotate between both the Medical Oncology and Haematology wards to further develop skills and experience.
• Remuneration is in line with NSW Health Classification: Registered Nurse Year 1-8. $35.32 - $49.60 per hour, excluding applicable loadings.

NSW Health employees can request to have various leave entitlement balances transferred to Calvary Mater Newcastle. Leave types may include but not limited to Long Service Leave, Annual Leave and Sick Leave. Applicants are encouraged to discuss this with the Convenor for further information.

How do you apply?

Click ‘Apply for Job’ and follow the prompts. As part of your application, you will be asked to:

• Create a profile in our Calvary People Platform (if you are not an existing user).
• Attach a current resume.
• Provide a written response to above selection criteria.
• Cover letters are optional (1-2 pages max.).

Please note: Only the criteria in the application needs to be addressed, however you’ll be assessed against the full list of Essential Criteria incorporated within the attached Position Descriptions.

For further information please contact Ashley Powell Ashley.Powell@calvarymater.org.au or Elise Hannah Elise.Hannah@calvarymater.org.au 

Why work for Calvary?

At Calvary, our staff matter. 

With over 130 years’ experience and over 16,000 staff and volunteers, we offer an inclusive and welcoming culture where you are valued, drawing on your own strengths, identity and background alongside a team of professionals who care for our patients, residents and clients.

Your benefits: 

• Paid parental leave. 
• Flexible hours that make sense for you.
• Training, development pathways and career opportunities.
• NFP salary packaging benefits, discounted health insurance and gym memberships.

As we serve the community across Home, Virtual and Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Hospitals, one thing sets us apart. Care from the heart. If this sounds like you, apply for a role with Calvary today.

Please note the following:

• As part of the application process, you will be required to complete pre-employment checks which may include, but is not limited to reference checks, work rights, criminal history check, WWCC checks, and a health evaluation to ensure suitability for the role.
• You will be required to provide evidence of immunisation as required for your role including COVID-19, influenza, tuberculosis screening, hepatitis, diphtheria, tetanus, varicella.