Registered Nurse - Cancer Services
Registered Nurse – Cancer Services
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Location: Sunshine Hospital
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Employment Type: Part Time
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Salary: Grade 2 Registered Nurse
About the role
Cancer Services provides a range of services including Day Oncology, Radiotherapy, Oncology Hospital in the Home and Inpatient Oncology care. Cancer Services at Western health operates at Sunshine and Sunbury Hospital and is currently offering the following exciting opportunities:
Registered Nurse – Chemotherapy Day Unit
Sunshine Hospital
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Ongoing part-time position available
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Fixed-term part-time position until April 2026 available
We are currently seeking a highly motivated Oncology trained Registered Nurse to join our Chemotherapy Day Unit. The successful applicant will at the forefront of the provision of high-quality nursing care provided to oncology patients on a day-to-day basis.
The Registered Nurse administers chemotherapy, immunotherapy and other therapeutic treatment to patients affected by cancer, provides patient education and symptom management.
To be successful in this role, you:
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Will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in oncology/haematology
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Competency in the administration of antineoplastic drugs (eviQ ADAC competency or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years oncology clinical experience
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Successful completion of all eviQ modules
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Certification in chemotherapy administration via an approved course
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Will possess excellent clinical skills and interpersonal skills
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Have well developed written and verbal communication skills
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Proven ability to practice collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary health care team
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Will be competent in CVAD and IVC management (highly desirable)
IMPORTANT: In your cover letter and application, clearly specify the position and site you are applying for, based on the available vacancies listed below.
About Western Health
Western Health is one of the largest healthcare providers in Victoria, caring for a vibrant, diverse and rapidly growing community of one million people in Melbourne’s western suburbs.
With more than 13,000 staff, Western Health delivers 800,000+ occasions of care every year, providing high-quality, person-centered care across every life stage.
We provide a combination of hospital, community-based, at-home and in-reach services to aged, adult and paediatric patients and newborn babies. Specialties include
oncology, renal, mental health, women’s health and maternity, chronic diseases, geriatrics and cardiology.
We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions. Our experience at the coalface of healthcare delivery for some of Australia’s most culturally and socioeconomically diverse and vulnerable populations provides us with unique insights into the most pressing health challenges. We have remarkable strengths in chronic disease, complex care and developing innovative and sustainable healthcare solutions.
Western Health operates four acute public hospitals: Sunshine Hospital (including Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s), Footscray Hospital, Williamstown Hospital and Bacchus Marsh Hospital. We also operate Sunbury Community Hospital, Sunshine Mental Health and Wellbeing Centre, Melton Health and Community Services, Bacchus Marsh Community Health Centre, Caroline Springs Community Health Centre and Grant Lodge Residential Aged Care in Bacchus Marsh. Western Health also provides the primary healthcare service at the Dame Phyllis Frost Centre, a women’s prison located in Ravenhall.
Why join us?
Compensation and benefits
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Competitive salary packages aligned with market standards.
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Health and wellbeing programs, including flexible work arrangements.
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Scholarships and grants to support your continuous learning journey.
Learning and development opportunities
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Access the Western Health Learning Academy (WHA) for personalised learning pathways.
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Professional growth programs, including postgraduate studies and clinical education.
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Mentorship and career support.
Community impact and inclusion
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Make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives through compassionate care.
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Join a workforce that champions diversity and inclusion.
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Engage in community wellbeing initiatives and groundbreaking healthcare research.
Organisational culture and environment
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Thrive in a collaborative, compassionate and innovative team environment.
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Be part of a culture that celebrates continuous improvement and excellence in healthcare.
Ready to make an impact?
Simply click on the “apply” button and follow the prompts.
If you are currently employed at Western Health, please ensure you sign in through the 'Employee Login' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the intranet before applying.
Closing date: 5 August 2025
Enquiries: For further information about this role, contact recruitnmwu@wh.org.au or 9393 0201.
Western Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to attracting and retaining diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Western Health is committed to providing a safe environment for the children and young people who are involved in our services, sites and operations. We follow and abide by all legislative requirements to keep children and young people safe.
All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Police Record Check, an Immunisation Status Clearance and a Working with Children Check (if applicable).
Western Health does not accept unsolicited resumes/applications from recruitment agencies.