When it comes to cancer care, choose hope.

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.

Our hospital is well equipped with the latest technologies that enable us to deliver excellent cancer care.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and have experience surgical nursing, we are keen to talk to you about joining our team at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse. 

Our Day Surgery Unit supports 10 operating theatres, an Interventional Suite and a procedure room that performs a wide range of surgical specialties. 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 effective member of the team will see you excel in this role.

Join our team of nurses who work collaboratively in a supportive environment. If you are looking to challenge yourself, expand your knowledge or increase your expertise in surgical nursing we’d love to have you onboard.

Essential Criteria 

• Current Registration with the Australian Health Practitioners Registration Association (AHPRA).
• Minimum 1 year full time equivalent post registration experience in nursing.
• Demonstrated current professional knowledge and skills.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.

We know Our People are important and that’s why we offer:

• Very Competitive salary rates 
• Full not for profit benefit of $15,900. 
• Meals and entertainment card
• Educational scholarship support on application. 
• Gym access and on-site fitness training. 

For any inquiries, please contact Nursing Unit Manager, Lauren Winter on [email protected] using the subject line: Registered Nurse enquiry via EthicalJobs

To apply please click Apply Now and submit your CV and covering letter outlining your key experience as it relates to this role.

All expressions of interest are welcome!

This is a Category A position. To be employed by Chris O’Brien Lifehouse you are required to provide evidence of vaccination to comply with the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening & Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy.

Information regarding this Policy is available on our careers website: http://www.mylifehouse.org.au/aboutlifehouse/careers/

At Chris O’Brien Lifehouse, we are committed to providing a working environment where each individual 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 on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, gender, culture, disability, LGBTIQA+ identities, family and caring responsibilities, age, or religion. We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria and shares Chris O`Brien Lifehouse values to apply.