Casual Registered Nurse (Oncology)

OverviewWe are looking for a casual Oncology Registered Nurse to join our Mercy Cancer Care team working at our new remote oncology clinic in Invercargill.

In this role, you will work independently on-site while providing safe, effective and evidenced-based nursing care centred around excellent patient care.

You will report to and work closely with the Mercy Cancer Care team in Dunedin to support local chemotherapy delivery, reducing the need for patients to travel to Dunedin.

This is a casual role which means hours are offered on an as and when required basis.Some travel to Mercy Cancer Care Dunedin will be required for on-site orientation and ongoing training.ResponsibilitiesProvide optimum patient care in accordance with Mercy Hospital Shared Purpose and ValuesMaintain a current Nursing Council of New Zealand practising certificateEnsure patient-centred care based on comprehensive patient assessmentComply with all relevant nursing legislation, policies and regulationsManage resources efficiently and effectively to meet patient health care needsQualifications and SkillsPrevious oncology experience with a patient-centric approachHold registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand pursuant to the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act

• as a Nurse and current practising certificateAbility to work well under pressure and manage prioritiesEffective interpersonal and communication skillsGood level of computer literacyA high degree of self-motivation, willingness, and self-responsibility to continually improve and remain current with nursing skills and knowledgeHigh levels of professionalism with an enthusiastic, proactive, flexible approachTo be eligible for employment at Mercy Hospital Dunedin, applicants will be required to provide vaccination history.Why Mercy HospitalMercy Hospital is a not-for-profit, tertiary level surgical hospital located in Dunedin, New Zealand.

We provide a welcoming environment where our people are encouraged and supported to excel professionally - join the team and help us make a difference!

Our staff are provided with support for further training, personal development and a range of benefits including : Comprehensive orientationAccess to further training and professional developmentDiscounted hospital fees for you or your immediate family membersApplicationTo submit your application (including CV and cover letter) please click on the apply button below.

Please note, vacancy close dates may be subject to change and applications will be reviewed as submitted.

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