Registered Nurse - Oncology

About the role

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) in Melbourne is seeking experienced Registered Nurses to join its team across several medical wards and departments, including Kookaburra (Oncology Ward), Kelpie (Adolescent, oncology and rehab ward), Day Cancer Care (Day Unit) and Wallaby (Hospital in the Home). The position is open to full-time and part-time applicants.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver holistic assessments, develop individualised care plans and provide family-centred care to patients and families
• Provide culturally responsive health education, information and support
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives that strengthen nursing practice, safety and health outcomes
• Support, mentor and guide junior staff and students in their professional development

Required profile

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)
• Demonstrated dedication to continuous development, with an up-to-date CPD/PPP
• Recent experience in Oncology Nursing, either in an adult or paediatric setting
• Completion of the Anti-Cancer Drug Administration Course (ADAC) or Paediatric Anti-Cancer Drug Administration Course (PADAC) is highly regarded but not essential

What we offer

• Salary classification YP3 to YP9, with a base salary of $86,580 to $107,510 per annum (pro rata for part-time), plus superannuation
• Tailored professional development plans and on-site education programs
• NFP salary packaging of $11,500 per year
• Access to counselling, financial, legal and wellbeing advice through an EAP partner
• On-site childcare and infant-feeding facilities
• Additional leave accrual for full-time employees and weekend shift workers

To apply, submit an online application with your most recent CV, stating your preferred ward or unit, employment preference (full-time, part-time, fixed-term or ongoing) and any clinical interests or oncology experience. Applications close on Friday, 4 December 2026. Annual influenza vaccination is required for Category A and B roles, and employment is conditional on successful background checks.