Registered Nurse - Acute Oncology/Haematology Inpatient ward

Registered Nurses – Acute Oncology/Haematology Inpatient ward

Salary Band – $81,000 - $106,000 p.a prorata + Kiwisaver 

• Dunedin Hospital


• 0.9 FTE / 72 hours per fortnight


• Permanent vacancy

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.

About the role

These ward-based positions involve the care of medical oncology, radiation oncology and haematology patients receiving chemotherapy, supportive or radiation therapy. 

Some of the key nursing tasks are:

• comprehensive patient assessment.


• administration of chemotherapy and associated supportive therapies or procedures.


• symptom control and management.


• patient education.


• psychosocial assessment and support.

See position description.

About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

We’re looking for nurses who are experienced and organised, friendly and calm, able to work independently and at the same time genuinely interested in the best outcome for both patient and team. 

• Ideally have or be working towards current registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council,


• Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other professionals.


• Excellent time management, interpersonal and organisational skills


• The ability to be adaptable, flexible and solution focused.


• Previous acute Oncology/Haematology experience,  

Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the RN Pay Scale, between step 2 $81,683 and step 7 $106,739 p.a dependant on relevant experience.

How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 7 March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.