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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 - ICU

  • 492328
  • Clinical – Nursing
  • Full time
  • Permanent and fixed-term positions available to commence as soon as possible.
  • International candidates are welcome, and sponsorship is available.
  • Short-term contracts for those on working holiday’s visas are available. 

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital leading the way in delivering patient-centred cancer care. We seek passionate, caring, and dedicated staff who align with our Founder’s vision of creating a collaborative environment in which, respect, discovery, empowerment, and nurture, thrive in the interests of our patients.

 About the role:

Our busy unit supports a range of patients following complex oncological surgeries and medical treatments. It also provides the hospital’s clinical emergency response service. Supported by a Clinical Nurse Educator the unit offers a CAP accreditation program for those interested in studying critical care.  Senior employees have opportunities to participate in and develop the roles of team leader, CERS responder and undertake the internal ALS course.

We are keen to welcome new employees to our team and the unit offers a range of roster patterns including 12 and 8 hr shifts enabling a work life balance or study options.

What you bring

Mandatory:

  • Registered as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
  • A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in CCU, ICU or HDU environment 
  • Current ALS or willingness to complete.
  • Evidence of immunisations to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy for a Category A position

Benefits:

  • Great people & work environment
  • Free security onsite parking available for evening, nights and weekend shifts.
  • Opportunity for professional growth
  • Senior status available for suitable experienced applicants
  • Not for Profit salary packaging benefits

If this role sounds interesting to you, apply online today to be a part of lasting change in cancer treatment and research.

Culture

We are committed to providing a working environment where everyone is valued, respected, and supported to progress. Our priority is to ensure culture, policies, and processes are truly inclusive and that no one is disadvantaged because of their Indigenous identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion.

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