Cancer nurse coordinator

The cancer nurse coordinator works at Te Nīkau, Grey Hospital & Health Centre, at Buller Health Centre and at other health centres around the West Coast.

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Contact us

Contact the cancer nurse coordinator on:

phone: 03 769 7651
mobile: 027 838 9689
email: oncologynurses@wcdhb.health.nz

Services we provide

Cancer nurse coordinators are experienced nurses who work closely with health care teams to coordinate patient care. They assess patients and identify which services, information and support they need.

They:

  • are the first point of contact if you have cancer or a high suspicion of cancer
  • help you and your whānau/family manage complex testing and treatment
  • help you and your whānau get the most from the time you spend with health professionals
  • work closely with health care teams to coordinate your care
  • act as a link between you, GP, hospital, and specialists
  • make sure you get the information you need throughout your care
  • help you find transport, accommodation and other services
  • connect you with oncology or palliative care teams.

Referral information

Your healthcare provider will need to refer you to the cancer nurse coordinator.