• Classification: RN Year 4 to RN Year 8 (ZU6 to ZU11) - $ 46.68 to $ 54.40 per hour + applicable casual loading

• Work Type: Casual

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.

Why Peter Mac is Different

Imagine working in a place where:

You’re part of a purpose-built, internationally recognised cancer centre

You can choose flexible casual shifts across inpatient and ambulatory settings

Your team is supportive, collaborative and values-driven, celebrating your achievements

Every day you gain hands-on experience with complex oncology care, from chemotherapy and infusion to advanced inpatient monitoring

Your career growth is actively supported through ongoing education, mentoring and professional development

At Peter Mac, your work has meaning. You’ll see the impact of your care, learn from leading specialists, and develop skills you can’t get anywhere else.

Where You’ll Work

As part of the Casual Nurse Bank (and depending on your skills), you’ll rotate through highly specialised areas, including:

Inpatient Haematology, Medical and Surgical Oncology

Short Stay Unit

Enhanced Care Unit (ECU) - caring for patients with complex needs, including advanced monitoring, symptom management and therapies such as inotropic support

Chemotherapy Day Unit (CDU)

Radiotherapy

Cancer Imaging and Outpatient Clinics

Whether your focus is inpatient or ambulatory care,



this role offers diverse exposure and opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills in oncology nursing.

What You’ll Bring

Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse

Minimum 3 years’ experience in acute inpatient or ambulatory care

Confidence in clinical assessment, organisation and decision‑making

Experience caring for complex or acutely unwell patients

Chemotherapy skills and ambulatory oncology experience highly regarded

Competence with electronic medical records and digital clinical systems

Commitment to safe, evidence-based, patient‑centred care

Up‑to‑date immunisation status

Oncology, haematology or surgical nursing experience

Chemotherapy certification or infusion/ambulatory experience

Postgraduate qualifications in Oncology or related specialty

Experience in high acuity or enhanced care environments

About You

You are compassionate, adaptable and confident. You thrive in dynamic, specialised clinical environments and want to grow your skills, take on new challenges, and make a real difference for patients every shift. At Peter Mac, you’ll work alongside passionate colleagues, learn from experts, and help shape the future of cancer care.

Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years' post‑graduate experience (Grade 2 Year 4 or above).

Availability to work at least 2-3 days per week.

These requirements are essential for eligibility to join our Nurse Bank.





We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

- Up to $11,660 in salary packaging to increase your take home pay
- Discounted health insurance and eye care
- A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
- Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
- Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
- Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

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 perks 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.

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion and respect.

Applications may close early if a high volume of interest is received.

Email: ***************@petermac.org

Applications Close 11:59PM: Thursday 22 October 2026

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📌 Casual Bank Registered Nurse (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne