Staff Nurse - Oncology Day Unit

recruitNet; Galway; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development support

Friendly working environment

Pension scheme

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment and is recruiting a Staff Nurse – Oncology Day Unit for a hospital in Galway, Ireland.

As a Registered General Nurse with oncology experience, you will deliver patient-centred care, administer treatments, monitor for adverse reactions, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality care in the Oncology Day Ward.

Qualifications

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current NMBI registration.
• Oncology nursing experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to patient-centred care and teamwork.
• Desire to develop professionally in oncology nursing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to oncology patients in the Day Unit.
• Assess patient needs and develop individualised care plans.
• Safely administer and monitor oncology treatments per protocols.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions and escalate as needed.
• Provide education and emotional support to patients and families.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team for coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care and treatment.
• Promote infection control and safety practices.

Skills

RGN with NMBI registration

Oncology nursing experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient-centred care

Education

Registered General Nurse with NMBI

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for both domestic and overseas candidates, providing staffing solutions for hospitals, nursing homes, home care, and community care settings.

We are currently recruiting a Staff Nurse – Oncology Day Unit for a hospital in Galway, Ireland .

Staff Nurse – Oncology Day Unit Location: Galway, IrelandHours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate and patient-centred nursing care to patients undergoing oncology treatments
• Assess patients’ clinical needs and develop, implement and evaluate individualised care plans
• Safely administer and monitor oncology treatments in accordance with clinical protocols and established guidelines
• Monitor patients throughout treatment and recognise, manage and escalation any adverse reactions or changes in clinical condition
• Provide education, information and emotional support to patients and their families throughout their treatment journey
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective coordination and continuity of patient care
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, care records and treatment-related information
• Promote infection prevention and control, medication safety and compliance with relevant clinical policies and procedures
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of clinical practice, patient safety and quality improvement within the Oncology Day Ward
• Support a welcoming and respectful environment that promotes patient dignity, comfort and overall wellbeing

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
• Previous experience in oncology nursing is highly desirable
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate and patient-centred care
• Genuine interest in developing and advancing clinical skills and knowledge in oncology nursing
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong commitment to teamwork, continuous learning and professional development

Benefits

• Competitive and attractive salary package
• Support for professional development and continuous education
• Friendly and collaborative working environment
• Pension scheme participation