Associate Clinical Charge Nurse, Regional Oncology
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
- Permanent
- Part time –0.5 FTE
- Waitakere Hospital
As part of ongoing investment in cancer care and new cancer medicines, we are expanding local oncology delivery across the Waitematā district.
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Associate Clinical Charge Nurse (ACCN) to support the delivery and coordination of our expanding local oncology service. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a developing model of care that brings cancer treatment closer to home for patients and whānau.
Working closely with the Charge Nurse Manager, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and multidisciplinary partners, you will help ensure high‑quality, safe, culturally responsive care for patients receiving cancer treatment.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a developing oncology service, where you will support staff, guide clinical practice, and lead quality improvement initiatives. Working alongside the Charge Nurse Manager and Clinical Nurse Specialists, you will help shape service delivery, mentor nursing staff, and ensure care is evidence-based, equitable, and aligned with best practice standards.
About the Team/Service/ Location
As an Associate Clinical Charge Nurse (ACCN), you will play a key leadership role in the delivery and coordination of an expanding local oncology service across Waitematā. Based at Waitākere Hospital and the Whānau Centre in Henderson, your day will involve providing clinical oversight across treatment settings, supporting safe and efficient patient flow, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, culturally responsive cancer care. You will balance hands-on clinical leadership with service coordination, helping to embed new models of care that bring treatment closer to home for patients and their whānau.
About you
You are an experienced nurse with advanced clinical expertise in oncology or infusion services. You are known for your professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to exceptional patient care. You thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy supporting staff, improving systems, and enhancing patient experience.
You will bring:
• Current NZ Registered Nurse APC
• Postgraduate nursing qualification (PGCert minimum; PGDip/Masters or leadership learning desirable or in progress)
• Minimum 5+ years’ clinical experience in oncology or infusion therapy
• Cannulation certification and capability in cytotoxic/biologic therapy (eviQ desirable)
• Demonstrated clinical leadership experience or readiness to step into a leadership role
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and care‑coordination capability
• Experience in quality improvement, incident review, and operational processes
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally safe practice, and equitable outcomes
This role will suit someone who enjoys a blend of clinical leadership, service coordination, and supporting the delivery of local oncology care closer to home.
Working at 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.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 1 April 2026. Position reference number WDHB20641.
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We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
