Oncology Nurse

About Northern Beaches Hospital

Operated by Healthscope, Northern Beaches Hospital (NBH) is located in Frenchs Forest, Northern Sydney, just 13 km north of the CBD. The hospital is a modern 488-bed facility comprising 60% public and 40% private beds. We offer a wide range of health services including Surgery, a 50-bed Emergency Department, Intensive Care, Birthing, Paediatrics, Cardiac services, Mental Health, Dialysis, a Cancer Centre, and Outpatients.

NBH features thirteen operating theatres, including one hybrid/cardiac catheter theatre, two Catheter Laboratories, and four endoscopy procedure rooms. These are supported by a critical care unit with two intensive care wards.

Northern Beaches Hospital is dedicated to serving all patients in our local area. It was designed to optimize patient safety and experience, and to provide operational efficiencies that benefit everyone.

Our success relies on a highly skilled team supported by extensive professional development opportunities.

About the Role

Part-time (0.8 FTE) - 3-year contract

The Clinical Nurse Consultant - McGrath Cancer Care Nurse (MCCN) provides leadership to develop clinical practice aligned with the McGrath Model of Care and cancer services at NBH. The MCCN oversees the coordination of the cancer journey for patients receiving treatment at NBH, aiming to deliver safe, high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a role model and expert clinician in gastrointestinal cancer services.
• Engage directly with patients to assist in planning investigations, treatments, supportive care, and referrals.
• Provide expert clinical advice to patients, families, and healthcare professionals involved in patient care.
• Support multidisciplinary care for inpatients and outpatients, including participation in Multidisciplinary Meetings (MDMs).
• Coordinate education for patients and carers.
• Lead the development and delivery of evidence-based nursing practices.

To Be Successful:

• Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration.
• Bachelor of Science (Nursing) or equivalent qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in the specialty field.
• Minimum of 5 years full-time post-registration experience, including at least 3 years in oncology, palliative care, or cancer-specific nursing.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working within the private health system.

Employee Benefits:

Our OneHealthscope rewards program offers wellness benefits, discounted services for you and your family, salary packaging, onsite parking discounts at NBH, and access to Fitness Passport.

• Holistic wellness support via our Employee Assistance Program, including free medical examinations and discounted services.
• Deals and discounts through the OneHealthscope rewards program covering travel, health insurance, and banking.
• Various leave options.
• Salary packaging options including additional superannuation, Novated lease, and airline/club memberships.

For further inquiries, contact Jo Hayward, Medicine Services Manager, via email at

To Apply: Click the 'Apply' button to access our online application form. Please include a cover letter, your CV, and contact details for two professional referees.

Closing Date: 30 August 2025

If successful, your salary will be based on your relevant registered nursing experience, ranging from $63.71 to $65.02 per hour, aligned with the current Healthscope and NSWNMA/ANMF Enterprise Agreement

We prioritize quality and safety for our patients, staff, and visitors. Applicants must provide a current (within 12 months) National Police Check and a NSW Working with Children's Check before appointment. Those in patient contact roles must also demonstrate immunity to specified infectious diseases prior to starting.