Registered Oncology Nurse - Symptom Urgent Review Clinic

Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) is East Gippsland’s largest employer, delivering a comprehensive range of hospital and community-based health services to our region. Located in the beautiful East Gippsland region of Victoria, enjoy a truly balanced lifestyle — from living on the Gippsland Lakes to easy access to pristine beaches, the high country and alpine snowfields. At BRHS, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive work environment that offers challenge, variety and genuine opportunities to grow your career. You’ll join a committed team of health professionals and support staff who share a common purpose: Best Care Experience. Every Person, Every Time. Be bold. Make the change and build your future with BRHS. 

Looking for a rewarding career and a great lifestyle? Combine your cancer nursing expertise with the benefits of living in beautiful East Gippsland. Join Bairnsdale Regional Health Service (BRHS) and help deliver the best care experience, every time, as part of our dedicated Oncology team. We are seeking an experienced and passionate cancer nurse to provide expert care, leadership and support within our Oncology Day Unit's Symptom & Urgent Review Clinic (SURC).

The Contract: Fixed Term Parental Leave contract, 40 hours per fortnight until 11th April 2027.

The Position:

As the SURC Registered Nurse, you will be a trusted point of contact for patients receiving cancer treatment, providing expert support, education and follow-up throughout their care journey. Working collaboratively with oncology specialists and multidisciplinary teams, you will help ensure patients receive the right care at the right time while delivering the best care experience, every time.

The Ideal Applicant Will Demonstrate:

• Post Graduate Qualification in Cancer Nursing and at least five years' cancer nursing experience.
• Advanced knowledge of cancer nursing practice and Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy.
• Sound clinical judgement and the ability to work autonomously.
• Experience in education, quality improvement and service development.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong multidisciplinary relationships.

Why Should You Apply?

• Make a real difference in the lives of people affected by cancer.
• Join a supportive team committed to the best care experience, every time.
• Contribute to service innovation, education and improved patient outcomes.
• Enjoy an outstanding East Gippsland lifestyle with beaches, lakes and national parks on your doorstep.
• Be part of an organisation guided by Quality, Integrity, Communication and Kindness.

Please review the position description for additional Key Selection Criteria here. 

Ready to make a difference? For more information contact:

Jo Counihan, Acting Nurse Unit Manager on 03 5150 3327.

Applications close: Tuesday 18th August 2026

Applications are to include:

• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role in line with the position description
• A current resume (including two recent referees)

All appointments are subject to the below requirements.  Successful applicants are unable to commence until these have been provided: 

• Satisfactory Police Record Check 
• Immunisation Status Clearance 
• Working with Children Check

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