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Join our team and be part of something bigger.

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are redefining cancer care with a singular focus – to transform the lives of people affected by cancer. Central to this is our mission, to minimise the burden of cancer by providing integrated expert care, delivered with compassion, and founded on research, innovation, education and training.

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Registered Nurse / Enrolled Nurse

  • 492632
  • Clinical – Nursing
  • Casual
  • Closing on: Oct 18 2026
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Join one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres and help shape the future of specialist cancer care.

Why Chris O’Brien Lifehouse?
Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is one of Australia’s leading comprehensive cancer centres. Our purpose-built facility brings together treatment, research, education and emotional support—supporting patients and their families at every step of their cancer journey.

  • 149 inpatient beds
  • 11 operating theatres
  • 18 ICU-level beds

The Opportunity
We are seeking enthusiastic and patient-focused Registered Nurses or Enrolled nurses to join our casual pool caring for patients across medical oncology and acute surgical wards.

You will have the opportunity to join our dynamic team, offering patient-centric care in a supportive, multidisciplinary team environment including support from over 30 Oncology Specialist Nurses.

What We Offer

  • More take home pay with tax free salary packaging up to $15,900
  • Flexible shifts – 8-, 10- and 12-hour options; day & night shifts
  • Feel Supported with ward orientations and dedicated NUM for rostering requests
  • Easy digital platforms for picking up last minute shifts & communicating availabilities
  • Nursing in-service education within wards when on shift

About You

  • Available for short term and rostered shifts within an individual ward roster
  • Demonstrate a genuine commitment to safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Your professional practice aligns with our values and mission.

Essential Requirements

  • Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
  • Legal right to work in Australia - no sponsorship will be offered for this role.
  • Minimum 1 years’ postgraduate experience in acute healthcare
  • Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • National Police Check (within the last 6 months or willingness to obtain)
  • Compliance with Category A immunisation requirements

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’re passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-focused care, come and join our team we’d love to hear from you.

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