Oncology Nurse

Oncology Nurses are qualified Registered Nurses (RNs) who specialise in the nursing support and care of cancer patients. They hold post-graduate qualifications in cancer nursing and may work in the cancer wing of large hospitals and cancer treatment centres, Some Oncology Nurses provide home care services.

As an Oncology Nurse you could be answering questions about breast cancer and the different treatment options, providing advice to a cancer patient about hair loss, administering medications, talking to family members while a cancer patient is in surgery, helping a terminal patient with pain management, updating patient records, or just taking a self-care day to rest and rejuvenate.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $87,360
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a oncology nurse?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Master of Nursing

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 24 months
$0 - $56,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Clinical Nursing

Distance, Online
18 - 24 months
$0 - $83,268
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Advanced Nursing Practice

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $24,416
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Further reading

What can you do with a Diploma of Nursing?

2nd February 2021)

Career Pathways for Graduates After Studying a Diploma of Nursing and a Bachelor of Nursing

4th October 2024)

Why is Nursing a Good Career Choice in Australia?

25th November 2022)