Registered Nurse Northern Region Cancer & Blood Services

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

Driven by the manaakitanga of all patients, whanau and communities we serve, the Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service aims to establish sustainable cancer care capacity, elevate patient and whanau voice and experience, and achieve equitable cancer outcomes.

About the role

Were thrilled to offer Registered Nurse opportunities in medical oncology as part of our Northern Region Cancer & Blood Service - Te Puriri o Te Ora, delivering high-quality care to patients across Northland and Auckland Metro.

In the past year, the New Zealand Government has increased funding in the medicines budget by over $600 million over four years, for publicly funded provision of 33 new cancer and 33 new non-cancer medicines.

It is estimated that 92,240 patients across the country will access these medicines in the first year.

This was accompanied by new funding for Health NZ to ensure the increased capacity to deliver these medicines is in place and care can be distributed into communities and rural settings.

This is a brilliant opportunity to provide care closer to where people live.

Health NZ is undergoing an unprecedented period of development in cancer care.

To make this work, we need skilled, progressive, and passionate medical oncology nurses to step into a range of newly created roles across all career stages.

As a Registered Nurse delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) including the administration of cytotoxic medications, youll be part of a dynamic, collaborative, multidisciplinary medical oncology team, delivering patient-focused care, contributing to service development, quality improvement, and mentoring junior staff.

In playing a key role in expanding cancer and blood services, youll bring clinical expertise, a commitment to continuous learning, and a passion for equitable, evidence-based cancer care.

These are largely permanent positions, offering full-time or part-time arrangements.

Nau mai, haere mai unlock a career opportunity in cancer to make a meaningful and transformative impact for whanau living with cancer across the Northern Region.

Learn more about the new cancer medicines implementation

About the Team / Service / Location

We have exciting Registered Nurse opportunities across the Northern Region :

• Te Tai Tokerau (Whangarei, Kaitaia and Bay of Islands Hospitals) : Enjoy the sunny, winterless north with beautiful beaches, outdoor adventures, and a strong, welcoming community.

Discover more about living and working in Te Tai Tokerau.

• Auckland Metro (Waitemata, Auckland, and Counties Manukau) : Experience dynamic city life, diverse communities, vibrant culture, and endless lifestyle opportunities.

Explore life in Tamaki Makaurau.

Our current sites include Whangarei, Kaitaia and Bay of Islands Hospitals in Te Tai Tokerau, and in Auckland Metro North Shore and Auckland Hospitals, and Manukau Health Park.

A range of new settings for expansion of Local Delivery of Oncology (LDO) are being explored including but not limited to, Dargaville Hospital, West and South Auckland community settings and sites across the greater Auckland region.

We welcome candidates to indicate their preferred District / location, however you may be invited to consider placement in the district with greater need, ensuring equitable access to cancer care across the region.

About Te Puriri o Te Ora - Kia ora from our team!

Te Puriri o Te Ora is the name that has been gifted to our northern regional cancer and blood services by Kahurangi Rangimarie Naida Glavish of Ngati Whatua, Chief Advisor Tikanga for Te Toka Tumai Auckland.

Te Puriri o Te Ora means "the Puriri tree of wellbeing" and speaks to the many qualities and gifts of the Puriri tree and our aspiration to provide a place of healing and wellbeing for our communities.

Te Puriri o Te Ora is the biggest cancer and blood service within Aotearoa, providing care to approximately 40% of the country.

If research is your passion, Te Puriri o Te Ora is home to the largest oncology research unit in Aotearoa NZ and our strong partnership with Te Aka Matauranga Matepukupuku (Centre for Cancer Research) drives cancer research and education ensuring academic insights and evidence-based practices in our evolving clinical landscape.

The values that underpin the way we care and work with patients, whanau and kaimahi across Te Puriri o Te Ora are Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Kotahitanga, Ahurutanga, Mana Motuhake and Wairuatanga.

Like the diversity of birdlife that occupy the Puriri tree, we look for and welcome applications from all whanau including our Maori, Pacific, Tangata Whaikaha (disabled) and rainbow communities.

For more information about the story of Te Puriri o Te Ora click here

About You

As a Registered Nurse joining our Cancer and Blood Service, you will :

• Hold registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current APC
• Be committed to evidence-based practice and equitable care, making a real difference for Maori, Pacific, and all communities
• Have post-registration experience in Oncology or Medical Oncology is preferred, bringing your expertise to support patients and whanau
• Share your mentoring, collaboration, and patient-centred care skills, helping grow and strengthen our teams
• Bring enthusiasm, professionalism, flexibility, and strong communication skills, contributing to a supportive and inclusive environment

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa.

We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, so that we are better positioned to serve our community.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jade Cowley (Recruitment Consultant)

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.