Registered Nurse, Medical Oncology Ambulatory Care

Registered Nurse – Oncology Ambulatory Care | Palmerston North | Permanent Full-Time
Benefits

An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
A professional and supportive culture and team setting
Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
Tailored wellness programmes
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse within the Oncology Ambulatory Care Service, you will provide specialist nursing care to patients receiving chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and supportive treatments.

You will work across Clinical Haematology, Medical Oncology and Radiation Oncology services, supporting patients through complex treatment pathways. This role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective and patient-centred care, while also supporting continuity between outpatient and inpatient services.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop advanced oncology skills and grow your nursing career in a highly supportive clinical environment.

Note: The detailed Position Description for this role is currently being updated and will be made available shortly.
About you

As a Registered Nurse, you will bring:

NZ Registered Nurse with a current APC
Minimum 1 year acute oncology and/or haematology experience
Competency in chemotherapy administration (or willingness to achieve)
Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
A commitment to high-quality, culturally safe patient care
About the Team/Service

Our Oncology Ambulatory Care team provides essential outpatient services for patients undergoing cancer treatment. We are a collaborative, patient-focused team committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz)

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.