Job Description

CARE isn’t just in our name – it’s how we work, every day.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of cancer patients in our local community in this rewarding role.

At Cancer Care Wollongong (CCW), we are interested in hearing from passionate and dedicated professionals to join our casual pool as an experienced Oncology Registered Nurse.

Working under our Nursing Unit Manager, you would be providing support to patients throughout their cancer treatment journey.

As one of Australia’s leading Oncology Service providers, we are committed to exceptional patient care and survivorship. This role offers you the chance to be an integral part of our dynamic and dedicated nursing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based, comprehensive oncology nursing care.
• Practice in accordance with NSW Health Legislation and ACQSHC National Standards.
• Provide holistic nursing care, high-level patient assessments, and referrals for optimal patient outcomes.
• Contribute to quality improvements and collaborate with the Quality and Clinical Governance team to ensure best practices.
• Conduct nursing observations and administer medications in line with policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with Oncologists and the multidisciplinary team.

Key Points

• You will play a key role in delivering high quality treatment services to the local community.
• Broaden your experience within an innovative, patient-focused, rapidly expanding company.
• Pay rates aligned with NSW Health benchmarks.
• 24/7 Employment assistance program.

Qualifications and Skills

• Current and unrestricted registration and experience as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• 12 months of oncology experience is preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrating empathy for patients and their caregivers.
• Strong clinical and problem-solving abilities.
• Dedication to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

About Cancer Care Associates

Cancer Care Associates (CCA) is a leading oncology provider in Australia, committed to delivering integrated, evidence-based cancer care. Our multidisciplinary teams of Doctors, Nurses, and Technicians in Physics, Pharmacy, Radiation Therapy, and Engineering work together to provide personalised care and rapid access to treatment. This is backed up by a strong support team including an absolute commitment to Quality & Compliance.

With over 300 people working across 12 locations in New South Wales, WA and Queensland, we are dedicated to making cancer care accessible and affordable across both metropolitan and regional communities.

All applicants must comply with the relevant State Health Policy Directive, with immunisation and screening requirements based on role risk. CCA follows this to protect patients, staff, and visitors, especially immunocompromised individuals, from vaccine-preventable diseases.