Community Cancer Nurse

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital 

Contract:  Permanent, Part Time 0.2 FTE 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

The Community Cancer Nurse (CCN) provides specialist cancer nursing support focused on symptom management, patient education, and managing the effects of treatment. Working closely with patients in their homes.  The Community Cancer Nursing team aims to enhance quality of life by addressing complex symptoms, offering clear and compassionate information about the disease and its treatment, and helping individuals manage side effects effectively.

About the Team/Service Location 

The Community Cancer Nurse (CCN) role provides comprehensive care for patients across the specialties of Medical Oncology, Haematology, and Radiation Oncology, under the umbrella of the Wellington Blood and Cancer Centre. Working as part of a close-knit collaborative team, CCNs deliver specialist support within the community. The team maintains strong collaborative links with other Community Cancer Nurses across the Capital, Coast, and Hutt districts, promoting a consistent and coordinated approach to patient care throughout the region.

About you 

• Strong and successful experience in leading and delivering cancer care
• Has strong clinical experience in Haematology and Oncology nursing
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Will be confident working autonomously in a community setting
• Values teamwork and works well within a diverse team
• Full New Zealand Drivers Licence
  

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 25th July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@Tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.