Registered Nurse - Oncology Research

Registered Nurse - Oncology Research

Registered Nurse – Oncology Research

Salary Band - $81,000 - $106,000 p.a prorata + Kiwisaver

Dunedin Hospital

0.8 FTE / 64 hours per fortnight

Permanent Vacancy

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse who is looking to expand their clinical trial skills within a very supportive team. A comprehensive orientation and period of mentorship will be provided.

Based within the Research Unit (Southern Blood & Cancer Service) this role facilitates the requirements of the Oncology & Haematology clinical trials and associated data activities. They will be responsible for ensuring all research activities meet legislative and clinical trial requirements.

Some of the key tasks will include:

• Liaising with patients, staff and other relevant parties
• Recruiting patients for selected trials
• Providing education and support to staff regarding the specifics of selected trials
• Maintaining trial data requirements including coordinating patient tests and appointments
• Research data processing, reporting adverse events.

About Us

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About You

• Current registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council and a current APC,
• Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other professionals.
• Excellent time management, interpersonal and organisational skills
• The ability to be adaptable, flexible and solution focused.
• You will be proficient using Microsoft computer applications including word processing and excel.
• Relevant experience such as working within oncology/haematology, or with clinical / commercial trials.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the RN Pay Scale, between $81,683 and $106,739 p.a pro rata dependant on relevant experience.