Registered Nurse
MELBOURNE, VIC, AU, 3000
At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.
YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE
Multiple Opportunities Available
- Registered Nurse Grade 2 YP3 to YP9 depending on experience
- Ongoing & Fixed Term roles
- Hours Negotiable
Exciting Opportunities for Registered Nurses at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
Are you a compassionate, experienced oncology nurse looking to take the next step in your career? Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, a world leader in cancer research, prevention, and treatment, is seeking skilled Registered Nurses (Grade 2 YP3 to YP9) to join our inpatient wards.
This is your chance to be a part of a renowned cancer care institution that is shaping the future of oncology through cutting-edge research and innovative treatments. We offer a supportive, patient-centred environment where every nurse plays an integral role in the care and well-being of patients.
Current Openings:
Ward 5A – Haematology: Care for patients with blood cancers such as lymphoma, myeloma, and leukaemia.
Skills Required: Experience in managing complex haematological conditions, administration of chemotherapy, bone marrow biopsies, and a strong ability to work within a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care.
Ward 6A – Surgical Oncology: Specialising in surgical treatments for cancer, including post-operative care for patients undergoing major surgeries.
Skills Required: Proficiency in post-operative care, wound management, pain management, and monitoring for surgical complications. Experience in caring for patients undergoing major cancer surgeries is highly desirable.
Ward 3A – Medical Oncology: Providing medical treatments for a variety of solid tumour cancers, including chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other medical interventions relating to complications or deterioration.
Skills Required: Knowledge of chemotherapy protocols, side-effect management, and the ability to assess and respond to the needs of patients undergoing systemic therapies. Previous experience with oncology medications and patient education is highly valued.
Why Work at Peter MacCallum?
Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is at the forefront of a new era in cancer care. Our commitment to excellence, compassion, and innovation is reflected in the care we provide to patients and the environment we foster for our staff. As part of our team, you will be empowered to grow professionally while making a direct impact on the lives of patients and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for:
Planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based nursing care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
Delivering patient care in line with ethical, legal, and professional standards.
Supervising and mentoring junior staff, including Enrolled Nurses and RUSONs.
Ensuring safe, high-quality nursing practice and contributing to continuous improvements in care delivery.
Essential Requirements:
12 months recent acute medical oncology, surgical or haematology nursing experience.
A passion for oncology nursing and patient-centred care.
Ability to engage with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.
Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Desirable:
Previous experience in oncology nursing or a postgraduate qualification in your specialty area.
How to Apply:
If you’re excited to make a difference in the world of oncology care, we’d love to hear from you!
Please specify in your cover letter which ward area is your preferred choice (Haematology, Surgical Oncology, or Medical Oncology). This will help us match your skills and interests with the best available opportunity.
What We Offer:
Opportunities for career development in specialised oncology care.
A collaborative, multidisciplinary environment that values your expertise.
Access to cutting-edge research and innovative clinical practices.
Competitive salary and benefits package.
A workplace that is world-class, inclusive, supportive, and stimulating.
Peter MacCallum is proud to offer a workplace built on the values of excellence, compassion, and innovation. Join us in delivering world-class care to those fighting cancer and take the next step in your nursing career.
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position summary. Alternatively, please contact us using the information below for a confidential discussion.
Hiring Manager:Andrew Pilcher, Manager Nurse Workforce
Contact Number: 03 855 96793
Email: Andrew.Pilcher@petermac.org
Applications Close: 11:59PM 23 September 2025
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Position Summary
This position may be based in one of the following specialised inpatient oncology wards, each functioning as a distinct unit. Applicants will be contracted to one ward based on staffing needs and expertise:
•Ward 5A (Haematology): Caring for patients with haematological cancers including myelodysplastic syndromes, lymphomas, multiple myeloma, and related disorders in addition to a small number of breast oncology patients.
•Ward 6A (Surgical Oncology): Providing care for patients undergoing surgical treatment for cancer.
•Ward 3A (Medical Oncology): Managing patients with cancers affecting bone, soft tissues, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, skin, urological, gynaecological, head and neck, and brain, including chemotherapy, radiotherapy, palliative care, and clinical trials.
As a Registered Nurse at Peter Mac, you will deliver evidence-based nursing care within your assigned ward, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. You will uphold nursing professional, organisational, legal, and ethical standards, and provide supervision and delegation to other healthcare professionals such as Enrolled Nurses and Registered Undergraduate Students of Nursing (RUSON).
Enterprise Agreement
Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employer) Enterprise Agreement
Classification or Salary Range
RN Grade 2
Immunisation Risk Category
Immunisation Category A
Key Relationships
| Internal |
•Nurse Unit Manager |
| External | •Community Health Agencies |
Education
Skills
| Essential Requirements | •Commitment to Peter Mac’s Values and Nursing Values •Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia •Minimum 12 months recent acute medical or surgical experience •Commitment to lifelong learning and continuing professional development •Patient-focused approach to care •Proven ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team |
| Desirable Requirements | •Experience in oncology nursing relevant to the assigned ward. •Postgraduate qualification in specialty area |
Certifications, Licenses & Registrations
Key Accountabilities
| Key Accountabilities | Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
| 1. Thinks critically and analyses nursing practice | •Utilises a variety of thinking strategies and the best available evidence in making decisions and providing safe, quality nursing care within person centred and evidence-based frameworks •Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care in collaboration with individuals and the multidisciplinary health care team form admission to discharge |
| 2. Engages in therapeutic and professional relationships | •RN practice is based on purposefully engaging in effective therapeutic and professional relationships. This includes collegial generosity in the context of mutual trust and respect in professional relationships •Assesses and evaluates patient care needs with appropriate staff member/s ensuring communication and patient care is coordinated with the multidisciplinary team |
| 3. Maintains capability for practice | •RNs as regulated health professionals are responsible and accountable for ensuring they are safe, and have the capability for practice. This includes ongoing self-management and responding when there is a concern about other health professional’s capability for practice •RNs are responsible for their professional development including completion of mandatory annual and nursing competencies within agreed timeframes •RNs are responsible for contributing to the development of others •RNs are also responsible for providing information and education to enable people to make decisions and take action in relation to their health |
| 4. Comprehensively conducts assessments | •RNs accurately conduct comprehensive and systematic assessments that are holistic as well as culturally appropriate •Analyse information and data and communicate outcomes as the basis for practice |
Key Accountabilities (Contd..)
| Key Accountabilities | Demonstrated by / Key Performance Indicators |
| 5. Develops a plan for nursing practice |
•RNs are responsible for the planning and communication of nursing practice. Agreed plans are developed in partnership. Plans are based on the RN’s appraisal of comprehensive, relevant information and evidence that is documented and communicated |
| 6. Provides safe, appropriate and responsive quality nursing practice |
•Provides comprehensive safe, quality practice to achieve agreed goals and outcomes that are responsive to the nursing needs of people |
| 7. Evaluates outcomes to inform nursing practice | •RN takes responsibility for the evaluation of practice based on agreed priorities, goals plans and outcomes and revises practice accordingly |
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For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.
Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.
WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC
- Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
- Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
- We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.