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Job Title: Staff Nurse – Oncology
Location: Waterford
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent, 37.5 hours per week

Exciting opportunity for an Oncology Nurse!

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Oncology Nurse, ready to join a hospital in Waterford?

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
• 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.