Staff Nurse - Day Care Oncology

• Conduct comprehensive admission assessments, screening, toxicity grading, and escalation of patients receiving SACT.
  




• Plan and coordinate patient treatments in advance, ensuring all necessary arrangements are in place before arrival.
  




• Safely prepare, handle, administer, and monitor SACT and other medications in accordance with established protocols.
  




• Provide specialist oncology care, including CVC management, Cool Cap therapy, wound care, IV cannulation, and fluid balance monitoring.
  




• Monitor patients for pain, adverse reactions, and deterioration, using appropriate escalation procedures and providing timely intervention.
  




• Deliver patient-centred supportive care and education regarding SACT treatment, potential side effects, discharge requirements, and follow-up care.
  




• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation, nursing care plans, treatment records, and telephone communication records.
  




• Collaborate effectively with consultants, the multidisciplinary team, Clinical Nurse Managers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe and coordinated patient care.
  




• Maintain high standards of professional practice, confidentiality, infection prevention and control, medication safety, and compliance with NMBI and hospital policies.
  




• Support the education and development of colleagues and students through supervision, training, teaching, audits, accreditation activities, and continuous professional development.
  
  

Requirements

• Registered on the General Division of the NMBI Register of Nurses.
  




• Minimum of 3 years’ post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting.
  




• Candidate must have a valid SACT Passport​
  




• Demonstrated interest in procedural nursing, with a willingness to develop new clinical skills.
  




• Proven clinical competence and professional ability.
  




• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.
  




• Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  




• Fluency in English is essential for the role.
  




• A relevant nursing speciality qualification and experience in the specialised area are desirable.
  




• Ability to manage clinical and non-clinical situations, work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, and demonstrate a high level of responsibility and initiative.
  




• Knowledge of quality improvement and risk management processes, including investigation and reporting, is desirable.
  

Benefits