Job Title: Staff Nurse – Oncology
Location: Waterford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Excel Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading hospital in Waterford to recruit Oncology Nurses. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded oncology service where patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and professional development are at the heart of everything they do.
Overview of the Role
As a Staff Nurse in Oncology, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing holistic care across all stages of the patient journey-from diagnosis through to treatment and recovery.
This role offers the opportunity to further develop your oncology expertise in a well-supported environment with access to modern facilities and evidence-based practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of nursing care to oncology patients in line with best practice guidelines
- Administer and monitor Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) where applicable
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, and social)
- Monitor patient progress and respond appropriately to treatment-related side effects
- Support patients and families with education, advice, and emotional support
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits
Essential Criteria
- Registration as a General Nurse on the active register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Minimum 1 year’s post-registration experience in an oncology setting (essential)
- Experience in the administration of chemotherapy and/or SACT is highly desirable
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering patient-centred, compassionate care
- Post-registration qualification in Oncology Nursing (or working towards same)
- Experience in acute hospital settings
- IV cannulation and venepuncture competency
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Opportunity to work in a well-established, respected hospital
- Supportive team environment with strong clinical leadership
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways within oncology services
Benefits
- Pension scheme and Death in Service benefit
- Cost of Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Oncology Nursing covered
- 27 Days Annual leave
- Critical illness cover
- Relocation package (where applicable)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Oncology Nurse seeking a rewarding role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call 089 9455139.
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology
Location: Waterford
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €61,249 – €76,158 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week)
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Oncology Service in Waterford to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist- Medical Oncology. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Oncology Day Unit, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while contributing to service development and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the day-to-day coordination of care within the Oncology Day Unit
- Deliver specialist clinical expertise in Medical Oncology, supporting complex patient pathways
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff
- Ensure safe, effective allocation of resources and appropriate skill mix
- Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
- Support service development, audit, and KPI achievement
- Maintain clear communication with senior nursing and management teams
- Participate in and lead quality improvement and change initiatives
Essential Criteria
- Registered with NMBI (General Division) or eligible
- Postgraduate qualification in Oncology (or equivalent)
- Minimum 4 years’ oncology experience
- Proven experience in a leadership/clinical specialist capacity
- Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy administration
- Experience with CVAD care, cannulation, and venepuncture
- Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Office) and awareness of clinical governance
- Management qualification (desirable)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification (or willingness to undertake)
- Experience in service development, audit, or change management
Personal Competencies
- Strong clinical knowledge and professional leadership
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a collaborative approach
- Ability to lead and influence within a multidisciplinary environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with HSE scales
- Comprehensive pension and Death in Service benefit (x3 salary)
- Critical Illness cover up to age 66
- Relocation package available
- 27 days annual leave
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
- Opportunity to work within a progressive oncology service
Apply Now
If you are an experienced oncology nurse with leadership experience, we would love to hear from you.
EXCLCHAR
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.
Job Title: Staff Nurse – Oncology
Location: Waterford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Excel Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading hospital in Waterford to recruit Oncology Nurses. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded oncology service where patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and professional development are at the heart of everything they do.
Overview of the Role
As a Staff Nurse in Oncology, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing holistic care across all stages of the patient journey-from diagnosis through to treatment and recovery.
This role offers the opportunity to further develop your oncology expertise in a well-supported environment with access to modern facilities and evidence-based practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of nursing care to oncology patients in line with best practice guidelines
- Administer and monitor Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) where applicable
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, and social)
- Monitor patient progress and respond appropriately to treatment-related side effects
- Support patients and families with education, advice, and emotional support
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits
Essential Criteria
- Registration as a General Nurse on the active register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Minimum 1 year’s post-registration experience in an oncology setting (essential)
- Experience in the administration of chemotherapy and/or SACT is highly desirable
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering patient-centred, compassionate care
- Post-registration qualification in Oncology Nursing (or working towards same)
- Experience in acute hospital settings
- IV cannulation and venepuncture competency
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Opportunity to work in a well-established, respected hospital
- Supportive team environment with strong clinical leadership
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways within oncology services
Benefits
- Pension scheme and Death in Service benefit
- Cost of Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Oncology Nursing covered
- 27 Days Annual leave
- Critical illness cover
- Relocation package (where applicable)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Oncology Nurse seeking a rewarding role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call 089 9455139.
Job Title: Staff Nurse – Oncology
Location: Waterford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Excel Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading hospital in Waterford to recruit Oncology Nurses. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded oncology service where patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and professional development are at the heart of everything they do.
Overview of the Role
As a Staff Nurse in Oncology, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing holistic care across all stages of the patient journey-from diagnosis through to treatment and recovery.
This role offers the opportunity to further develop your oncology expertise in a well-supported environment with access to modern facilities and evidence-based practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of nursing care to oncology patients in line with best practice guidelines
- Administer and monitor Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) where applicable
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, and social)
- Monitor patient progress and respond appropriately to treatment-related side effects
- Support patients and families with education, advice, and emotional support
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits
Essential Criteria
- Registration as a General Nurse on the active register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Minimum 1 year’s post-registration experience in an oncology setting (essential)
- Experience in the administration of chemotherapy and/or SACT is highly desirable
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering patient-centred, compassionate care
- Post-registration qualification in Oncology Nursing (or working towards same)
- Experience in acute hospital settings
- IV cannulation and venepuncture competency
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Opportunity to work in a well-established, respected hospital
- Supportive team environment with strong clinical leadership
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways within oncology services
Benefits
- Pension scheme and Death in Service benefit
- Cost of Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Oncology Nursing covered
- 27 Days Annual leave
- Critical illness cover
- Relocation package (where applicable)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Oncology Nurse seeking a rewarding role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call 089 9455139.
Clinical Nurse Manager II – Medical Oncology
Location: Limerick
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €62,077.17 – €76,158.63 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week) Plus excellent benefits
Lead the Future of Cancer Care in Limerick
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a brand new state-of-the-art Oncology Centre in Limerick, to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager II Medical Oncology.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager II to step into a high-impact leadership role within a progressive and innovative cancer service.
This is a leadership role within the Oncology Day Unit, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to lead service delivery, support staff development, and drive quality, safety, and performance within a progressive cancer care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day to day planning, coordination, and resource management within the Oncology Day Unit
- Allocate workload and skill mix to meet patient care needs and maintain safe service delivery
- Assess staff competencies, delegate appropriately, and support best practice development
- Maintain clear communication with the CNM III regarding unit needs, incidents, and service priorities
- Drive continuous improvement, KPI delivery, and support Lean initiatives across the service
- Maintain familiarity with all policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines relevant to the Oncology Day Unit
- Lead, facilitate, and participate in Lean projects across multidisciplinary teams
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- NMBI registration (General Division) or eligibility
- Postgraduate (or equivalent) qualification in Oncology
- Management course completed
- Minimum 4 years oncology experience, including 2 years in a management role
- Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy, CVAD care, cannulation & venepuncture
- Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office), HR awareness, and change management experience
- ALS qualification (or willingness to undertake).
Desirable
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) qualification, or willingness to undertake same
- Competent in IV and oral chemotherapy administration
- Competent in accessing, maintaining, and caring for CVAD devices
- Competent in IV cannulation and venepuncture
Personal Competencies
- Demonstrates professional knowledge, leadership, and clinical expertise
- Practices in accordance with nursing legislation and professional standards
- Applies evidence-based practice in clinical decision-making
- Demonstrates excellent planning, organisation, and time-management skills
- Effectively manages competing priorities and deadlines
- Demonstrates strong resource management and value-for-money awareness
- Shows flexibility, adaptability, and openness to change
- Communicates clearly, sensitively, and effectively (written and verbal)
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence when delivering sensitive information
- Able to influence, lead, and assert appropriately within a multidisciplinary setting
Benefits:
- Comprehensive pension plan, and company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
- Critical Illness cover, for all employees up to the age of 66.
- Relocation package
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellness.
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Annual leave of 27 days.
- Access to cutting edge Radiation therapy technology/equipment
Apply Now
If you are an experienced oncology nurse leader ready to progress or continue your career as a Clinical Nurse Manager II – Medical Oncology, we would love to hear from you
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.
EXCLCHAR
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology
Location: Waterford
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €61,249 – €76,158 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week)
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Oncology Service in Waterford to recruit a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology. This is a standout opportunity to join a progressive Oncology Day Unit committed to clinical excellence, patient-centred care, and investing in its people
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the day-to-day coordination of care within the Oncology Day Unit
- Deliver specialist clinical expertise in Medical Oncology, supporting complex patient pathways
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff
- Ensure safe, effective allocation of resources and appropriate skill mix
- Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
- Support service development, audit, and KPI achievement
- Maintain clear communication with senior nursing and management teams
- Participate in and lead quality improvement and change initiatives
Essential Criteria
- Registered with NMBI (General Division) or eligible
- Postgraduate qualification in Oncology (or equivalent)
- Minimum 4 years’ oncology experience
- Proven experience in a leadership/clinical specialist capacity
- Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy administration
- Experience with CVAD care, cannulation, and venepuncture
- Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Office) and awareness of clinical governance
- Management qualification (desirable)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification (or willingness to undertake)
- Experience in service development, audit, or change management
Personal Competencies
- Strong clinical knowledge and professional leadership
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a collaborative approach
- Ability to lead and influence within a multidisciplinary environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with HSE scales
- Comprehensive pension and Death in Service benefit (x3 salary)
- Critical Illness cover up to age 66
- Relocation package available
- 27 days annual leave
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
- Opportunity to work within a progressive oncology service
Apply Now
If you are an experienced oncology nurse with leadership experience, we would love to hear from you.
EXCLCHAR
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology
Location: Waterford
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €61,249 – €76,158 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week)
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Oncology Service in Waterford to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist- Medical Oncology. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Oncology Day Unit, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while contributing to service development and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the day-to-day coordination of care within the Oncology Day Unit
- Deliver specialist clinical expertise in Medical Oncology, supporting complex patient pathways
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff
- Ensure safe, effective allocation of resources and appropriate skill mix
- Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
- Support service development, audit, and KPI achievement
- Maintain clear communication with senior nursing and management teams
- Participate in and lead quality improvement and change initiatives
Essential Criteria
- Registered with NMBI (General Division) or eligible
- Postgraduate qualification in Oncology (or equivalent)
- Minimum 4 years’ oncology experience
- Proven experience in a leadership/clinical specialist capacity
- Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy administration
- Experience with CVAD care, cannulation, and venepuncture
- Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Office) and awareness of clinical governance
- Management qualification (desirable)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification (or willingness to undertake)
- Experience in service development, audit, or change management
Personal Competencies
- Strong clinical knowledge and professional leadership
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a collaborative approach
- Ability to lead and influence within a multidisciplinary environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with HSE scales
- Comprehensive pension and Death in Service benefit (x3 salary)
- Critical Illness cover up to age 66
- Relocation package available
- 27 days annual leave
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
- Opportunity to work within a progressive oncology service
Apply Now
If you are an experienced oncology nurse with leadership experience, we would love to hear from you.
EXCLCHAR
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.
Clinical Nurse Manager II – Medical Oncology
Location: Limerick
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €62,077.17 – €76,158.63 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week) Plus excellent benefits
Lead the Future of Cancer Care in Limerick
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a brand new state-of-the-art Oncology Centre in Limerick, to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager II Medical Oncology.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager II to step into a high-impact leadership role within a progressive and innovative cancer service.
This is a leadership role within the Oncology Day Unit, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to lead service delivery, support staff development, and drive quality, safety, and performance within a progressive cancer care environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day to day planning, coordination, and resource management within the Oncology Day Unit
- Allocate workload and skill mix to meet patient care needs and maintain safe service delivery
- Assess staff competencies, delegate appropriately, and support best practice development
- Maintain clear communication with the CNM III regarding unit needs, incidents, and service priorities
- Drive continuous improvement, KPI delivery, and support Lean initiatives across the service
- Maintain familiarity with all policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines relevant to the Oncology Day Unit
- Lead, facilitate, and participate in Lean projects across multidisciplinary teams
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- NMBI registration (General Division) or eligibility
- Postgraduate (or equivalent) qualification in Oncology
- Management course completed
- Minimum 4 years oncology experience, including 2 years in a management role
- Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy, CVAD care, cannulation & venepuncture
- Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office), HR awareness, and change management experience
- ALS qualification (or willingness to undertake).
Desirable
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) qualification, or willingness to undertake same
- Competent in IV and oral chemotherapy administration
- Competent in accessing, maintaining, and caring for CVAD devices
- Competent in IV cannulation and venepuncture
Personal Competencies
- Demonstrates professional knowledge, leadership, and clinical expertise
- Practices in accordance with nursing legislation and professional standards
- Applies evidence-based practice in clinical decision-making
- Demonstrates excellent planning, organisation, and time-management skills
- Effectively manages competing priorities and deadlines
- Demonstrates strong resource management and value-for-money awareness
- Shows flexibility, adaptability, and openness to change
- Communicates clearly, sensitively, and effectively (written and verbal)
- Demonstrates emotional intelligence when delivering sensitive information
- Able to influence, lead, and assert appropriately within a multidisciplinary setting
Benefits:
- Comprehensive pension plan, and company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
- Critical Illness cover, for all employees up to the age of 66.
- Relocation package
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellness.
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Annual leave of 27 days.
- Access to cutting edge Radiation therapy technology/equipment
Apply Now
If you are an experienced oncology nurse leader ready to progress or continue your career as a Clinical Nurse Manager II – Medical Oncology, we would love to hear from you
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.
EXCLCHAR
Job Title: Staff Nurse – Oncology
Location: Waterford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week
Excel Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading hospital in Waterford to recruit Oncology Nurses. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded oncology service where patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and professional development are at the heart of everything they do.
Overview of the Role
As a Staff Nurse in Oncology, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality nursing care to patients undergoing cancer treatment. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing holistic care across all stages of the patient journey-from diagnosis through to treatment and recovery.
This role offers the opportunity to further develop your oncology expertise in a well-supported environment with access to modern facilities and evidence-based practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high standards of nursing care to oncology patients in line with best practice guidelines
- Administer and monitor Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT) where applicable
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, and social)
- Monitor patient progress and respond appropriately to treatment-related side effects
- Support patients and families with education, advice, and emotional support
- Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and infection control standards
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audits
Essential Criteria
- Registration as a General Nurse on the active register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Minimum 1 year’s post-registration experience in an oncology setting (essential)
- Experience in the administration of chemotherapy and/or SACT is highly desirable
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering patient-centred, compassionate care
- Post-registration qualification in Oncology Nursing (or working towards same)
- Experience in acute hospital settings
- IV cannulation and venepuncture competency
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Opportunity to work in a well-established, respected hospital
- Supportive team environment with strong clinical leadership
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Clear career progression pathways within oncology services
Benefits
- Pension scheme and Death in Service benefit
- Cost of Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Oncology Nursing covered
- 27 Days Annual leave
- Critical illness cover
- Relocation package (where applicable)
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Oncology Nurse seeking a rewarding role in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call 089 9455139.
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology
Location: Waterford
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €61,249 – €76,158 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week)
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Oncology Service in Waterford to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist- Medical Oncology. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Oncology Day Unit, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while contributing to service development and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the day-to-day coordination of care within the Oncology Day Unit
- Deliver specialist clinical expertise in Medical Oncology, supporting complex patient pathways
- Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff
- Ensure safe, effective allocation of resources and appropriate skill mix
- Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement
- Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
- Support service development, audit, and KPI achievement
- Maintain clear communication with senior nursing and management teams
- Participate in and lead quality improvement and change initiatives
Essential Criteria
- Registered with NMBI (General Division) or eligible
- Postgraduate qualification in Oncology (or equivalent)
- Minimum 4 years’ oncology experience
- Proven experience in a leadership/clinical specialist capacity
- Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy administration
- Experience with CVAD care, cannulation, and venepuncture
- Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
- IT proficiency (Microsoft Office) and awareness of clinical governance
- Management qualification (desirable)
- Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification (or willingness to undertake)
- Experience in service development, audit, or change management
Personal Competencies
- Strong clinical knowledge and professional leadership
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a collaborative approach
- Ability to lead and influence within a multidisciplinary environment
Benefits
- Competitive salary aligned with HSE scales
- Comprehensive pension and Death in Service benefit (x3 salary)
- Critical Illness cover up to age 66
- Relocation package available
- 27 days annual leave
- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave
- Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
- Opportunity to work within a progressive oncology service
Apply Now
If you are an experienced oncology nurse with leadership experience, we would love to hear from you.
For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.
