Registered Nurse - Transition to Specialty Practice Program - Cancer Care 2027

Location: Newcastle, NSW, Australia
Employment type: Fixed Term (Time Specific) & Permanent
Closing date: Aug 2, 2026

About the Role

The Cancer Care Rotation Program is designed for registered nurses who have completed at least one year of post‑graduate nursing experience and are interested in specialising in cancer care. Over 12 months, participants will rotate through four distinct cancer services: inpatient oncology, inpatient haematology, outpatient treatment and radiotherapy, combining theoretical learning with clinical practice to develop a holistic understanding of cancer nursing.

Qualifications

- Registered Nurse with current Authority to Practice with AHPRA
- Completed a minimum of one year post‑graduate nursing experience
- Demonstrated desire for further education in cancer nursing
- Effective teamwork skills within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills

Responsibilities

- Have unlimited working rights in Australia
- Successfully complete pre‑employment checks including reference checks, work rights, criminal history check and WWCC checks to ensure suitability for the role.
- Provide evidence of immunisation as required for the role.

Benefits





- On‑site parking
- Up to $15,900 in salary‑packaging options plus additional savings with meal entertainment packaging and novated car leasing
- Fitness Passport and Employee Assistance Program
- Leave entitlement balances transfer for NSW Health employees
- Gender‑neutral parental leave

Salary & Classification

Salary classification: Registered Nurse (year 2 – year 8). Remuneration: $43.46 – $57.88 per hour, plus superannuation, annual leave loading and salary packaging options. Temporary Full‑Time / Part‑Time positions (0.8 FTE) will be considered, with opportunity for permanent appointment upon completion of the Program.

About Calvary Mater Newcastle

We are an affiliated health organisation providing services to both public and private patients primarily from the Hunter Current England area. Our services include Oncology, Coronary Care, Cardiology, Surgery, Intensive Care, General Medicine, Research and 24/7 Emergency Care. We are a world‑class leader in oncology research, working in partnership with nurses, clinicians, patients and universities worldwide.

Contact

For further information about this program, please contact Marissa Ledlin ( ).

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📌 Registered Nurse - Transition to Specialty Nurse Program - Cancer Care 2027 (Newcastle City Council)
🏢 Calvary Health Care
📍 Newcastle City Council