Careers

Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?
Located in Camperdown, with excellent access to public transport, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is a Not for Profit, world-class cancer hospital integrating treatment, research, education, and emotional support under one roof. With 149 inpatient beds, 12 operating theatres, 22 ICU-level beds, day therapy and radiotherapy services, we offer advanced technologies in a purpose-built facility designed to support patients and staff alike.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic Registered Nurse who has the energy and passion for a new standard of excellence in how cancer patients are treated. If you believe in uncompromising patient care, we would love to hear from you.

Our Day Surgery Unit supports 10 operating theatres, an Interventional Suite and a procedure room that performs a wide range of surgical procedures. Our specialities include thoracic, Head and Neck, ENT, Upper GI, Colorectal, Urology, Gynaecology, Breast and Plastics. The day surgery nurse is essential to the provision of highly skilled care for our patients before and after their operation. Highly developed practical skills, a patient centred approach to care and the ability to work as an effective member of the tea will see you excel in this role.

What We Offer

• Free on-site secure parking for night and weekend shifts
• Competitive salary packaging options through Smart – take home more of your earnings
• Subsidised gym membership through Fitness Passport (for you and your family)
• Access to the Nurses & Midwives Health Fund
• Annual scholarships for conferences and professional development
• A values-led, inclusive workplace where diversity is respected and supported

About You
You are a compassionate and capable nurse with excellent time management skills, and preferably recent experience in surgical nursing. You’re ready to collaborate with surgeons, educators, specialist nurses and your nurse unit manager to drive excellent patient outcomes and contribute to the growth of this important service.

Essential Requirements

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Legal right to work in Australia
• Minimum 1-year full-time equivalent post registration experience in nursing.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• National Police Check (within the last 6 months or willingness to obtain)
• Compliance with Category A immunisation requirements
• Demonstrated current professional knowledge and skills
• Excellent time management and communication skills

Desirable

• Current surgical nursing experience.   
• Experience in a digital health environment (EMR, eMeds)

A Workplace That Welcomes Everyone
At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We value the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our team and actively support, staff from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ communities, Indigenous staff, people living with disabilities, and people of all ages and faiths.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you meet the criteria and share our commitment to compassionate, expert cancer care, we encourage you to apply and become part of our Chris O’Brien Lifehouse community.