Cancer Nurse Coordinator

• Christchurch Women's Hospital, Permanent 0.4 FTE
• Day time hours Mon-Fri (specific days will be discussed at interview stage)
• This is a fantastic Senior Nursing role which provides coordination, care and support to patients and their whanau as they navigate Gynaecology Oncology and the wider healthcare system.

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

The Cancer Nurse Coordinator aims to improve the experience for patients and their family/whanau with a suspected or confirmed cancer diagnosis. Care coordination is the key function of this role to ensure patients are well-informed and have timely access to health care services for their cancer treatment.

About the Team

The Gynaecology Oncology team are an incredibly hard working and kind team that strive on putting patients and their whanau at the centre of their care. You will work closely with our Gynaecology Oncology SMOs, Fellows, Registrars, Administrators, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurses and the other Cancer Nurse Coordinator to provide care for wahine accessing our service.

The Gynaecology Oncology team support the whole South Island for gynaecology oncology care and this year has also started supporting the lower North Island service too. This role is to support the increased demand in the service and has the potential to grow alongside the service as demand continues to increase. When working in the Gynaecology Oncology Service you will be rewarded with a great nursing environment and the opportunity to expand your skills and experience.

About You

You will be a key contact for the patients and their family/whanau as well as health professionals, in navigating the health services to ensure efficient, appropriate, and timely care is delivered.

This challenging and demanding role will see you working closely and collaboratively with all members of the health care team including care coordinators from around New Zealand, primary, secondary, and tertiary health providers.

You should have a minimum of 3 years in a cancer, gynaecology or surgical specialty area, knowledge of regional and national standards in relation to cancer care, ability in clinical case co-ordination, be computer literate, able to function collaboratively and autonomously and have excellent proven communication and interpersonal skills. Thorough knowledge of health systems is an advantage.

' Expert clinical nursing knowledge with experience in cancer/surgical specialties

' Effective interpersonal skills and a clear communicator

' A solution focused approach to your work and the ability to problem solve and think on your feet

' Proven nursing leadership skills

' Role model and demonstrate professional behaviour

' NZ Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate

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 Sunday 9th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.