Staff Nurse - Oncology(Pallative/SACT)

Staff Nurse - Oncology (Palliative Care / SACT) - Dublin

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Oncology Staff Nurse with experience or interest in Palliative Care and/or Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) to join a leading private acute hospital setting in Dublin.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compassionate and clinically skilled nurse to join a specialist oncology team delivering high-quality patient-centred care within a supportive and progressive environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary oncology teams to provide holistic care to patients undergoing cancer treatment and supportive therapies.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to oncology patients in line with best clinical practice
• Administer and monitor Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT) treatments safely and effectively
• Provide compassionate palliative and supportive care to patients with complex needs
• Monitor patients for treatment side effects and escalate concerns appropriately
• Educate and support patients and families throughout their treatment journey
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with hospital policies and NMBI guidelines
• Collaborate closely with oncologists, pharmacists, palliative care teams, and multidisciplinary staff
• Ensure adherence to medication safety, infection prevention, and chemotherapy handling protocols
• Participate in patient assessments, care planning, and discharge coordination
• Provide emotional support and advocacy for patients and families

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse with active NMBI registration
• Minimum 1-2 years' acute hospital nursing experience preferred
• Previous Oncology, SACT, Haematology, or Palliative Care experience desirable
• SACT/chemotherapy administration certification desirable but not essential
• Strong communication, empathy, and patient-centred care skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Strong clinical assessment and documentation skills

Eligibility

• Stamp 4 or EU Passport holders only at this stage
• Must have full eligibility to work in Ireland without sponsorship

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience
• Ongoing oncology and specialist nursing education opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative clinical environment
• Career progression opportunities within oncology services
• Exposure to advanced oncology treatments and patient care pathways
• Modern private hospital setting

Location

Dublin