Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy and Medical Day stay Unit

Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy and Medical Day stay Unit Registered Nurse - Chemotherapy and Day Stay Unit 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 are a day unit open from 0800-1630hrs Monday-Friday. We administer Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy treatments along with other medical infusions to both cancer and non- cancer patients. Our unit also services and runs the Taupo Chemotherapy unit two days per week (this may change). The successful applicant must be able to drive to Taupo on rostered rotations (one of these days is from 0700-1730hrs). We will support chemotherapy, CVAD and IV training and certifications. About the Team/Service/ Location We are a small collegial team, and all support each other. Having a sense of humour is a bonus. We have 3 oncologists that work on site and 2 haematologists that come from Waikato on a weekly basis. Much of our work is discussing concerns over the phone or by email, so good communication skills are necessary. Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary. free staff parking free flu vaccination discounts (with local businesses) access to Employee Assistance Program For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here About you As a chemotherapy / medical day stay staff member, you need the following skills: Three or more year of nursing experience IV cannulation certification and port certification a bonus but not required Chemotherapy experience a bonus but not required Must have a full NZ drivers' licence and have the ability to be able to travel to Taupo 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr