- Multiple permanent full-time and part-time opportunities | Hours negotiable

- RN Grade 2 Year 3 - 8 (YP4 - YP9), depending on experience

- $86,210 - $107,510 base (pro rata for part time) + salary packaging + super + applicable penalties and allowances

- Parkville | 305 Grattan Street, Melbourne

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.

Build your cancer nursing career at Peter Mac.

Join a world leader in cancer research, education and treatment. Work alongside specialist teams delivering innovative care in a purpose-built cancer centre, with opportunities to develop your skills and contribute to better outcomes for patients and families.

One application allows you to nominate your preferred areas, with appointment to an individual ward or unit.

Our clinical areas

- 1A, Palliative Care: Specialist symptom management, supportive and end-of-life care.

- 3A, Medical Oncology: Solid tumour treatments, including chemotherapy and immunotherapy, treatment complications and clinical trials.

- 5A, Haematology: Blood cancers, chemotherapy, stem cell transplantation and cellular therapies.

- 6A, Surgical Oncology: Care before and after cancer surgery, including complex recovery, wound and pain management.

- Short Stay / DOSA: Admission assessment and preparation on the day of surgery,



alongside postoperative care, recovery and discharge planning for short-stay surgical patients.

- Enhanced Care: Higher-acuity assessment, monitoring and support, particularly following complex surgery.

Your role

Provide evidence-based, patient-centred nursing care in partnership with patients, families and the multidisciplinary team. Contribute to secure clinical practice, quality improvement and the support and development of less experienced colleagues.

About you

You hold current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia through AHPRA, and bring acute nursing experience, sound clinical assessment skills and clear communication.

Oncology, haematology, surgical or palliative care experience is highly regarded, as are relevant postgraduate qualifications. Experienced acute nurses interested in cancer nursing are also encouraged to apply. Appointments will reflect clinical requirements, ward skill mix and transition support needs. Enhanced Care requires relevant higher-acuity experience.

What we offer

Salary packaging, ward orientation, PDN and nursing education support, specialist career development, excellent staff amenities, wellbeing programs and discounted onsite parking, subject to availability.

Peter Mac provides 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

- Five or six weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, purchased leave options & ADOs

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.

Join us!

Click apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac careers site where you can review the position summary and apply. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience, preferred clinical areas, preferred contracted hours and availability to commence.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Pilcher, Director Nursing Workforce, at [email protected].

Applications close: 11.59pm Thursday 12th November 2026

Early applications are encouraged; interviews may commence before the closing date. Appointment is subject to meeting Peter Mac’s vaccination and pre-employment screening requirements.

Please refer to the position summary for full requirements. Please feel welcome to contact us if you require adjustments to the recruitment process.

📌 Registered Nurse – Inpatient Wards (Melbourne)
🏢 Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
📍 Melbourne