Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical Oncology)
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- Limerick
- €70,000-76,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: LimerickContract: Fulltime, PermanentExcel Recruitment is proud to partner with a new state-of-the-art oncology centre in Limerick, to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist, Medical Oncology to play a key role in the development and delivery of a modern, patient-centred cancer service.This is a unique opportunity to join a service at inception, where specialist nursing leadership, innovation, and evidence-based practice are central to how care is designed and delivered.Overview of the RoleThe Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology will provide expert, autonomous nursing care to patients diagnosed with cancer, supporting them throughout diagnosis, active treatment, and survivorship.The CNS will act as a key point of contact for patients and families, providing specialist clinical assessment, symptom management, psychosocial support, education, and telephone triage using validated tools such as UKONS.Working as part of the acute haematology and oncology multidisciplinary team, the CNS will ensure high-quality, safe, and evidence-based care in line with NCCP guidelines, national standards, and organisational policies.The role is developed around the five core concepts of the CNS role as defined by the NCNM framework: Clinical Focus, Patient / Client Advocacy, Education & Training, Audit & Research and Consultancy & Clinical Leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesThe CNS will provide both direct and indirect specialist nursing care, including:
- Deliver a specialist nursing service to patients with a new or existing cancer diagnosis
- Undertake comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, social, spiritual)
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised plans of care in collaboration with the MDT
- Monitor patient response to SACT and manage treatment-related toxicities
- Provide nurse-led clinics with MDT input
- Undertake unscheduled patient reviews in oncology/haematology day units
- Provide telephone triage and clinical advice using the UKONS framework
- Coordinate investigations, treatment pathways, and follow-up care
- Provide patient and family education pre-, during, and post-treatment
- Support medication reconciliation and polypharmacy management
- Promote symptom control, self-management strategies, and escalation pathways
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient databases (survivorship outcomes)
- Lead development and implementation of evidence-based policies, procedures, and guidelines (PPPGs)
- Support survivorship services in line with HIQA and national best practice
- Act as a clinical resource to nursing, medical, pharmacy, and allied health colleagues
- Advocate for patients and families throughout the cancer journey
- Support informed decision-making and shared care planning
- Uphold patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
- Promote patient-centred, compassionate care
- Challenge practices that compromise quality or safety of care
- Maintain expert clinical competence in cancer nursing
- Provide education and support to patients, families, and carers
- Mentor and precept nursing colleagues and students
- Contribute to education programmes for MDT colleagues
- Promote survivorship education and self-management
- Actively engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- Maintain a register of patients referred to the CNS service
- Collect and analyse data aligned with national KPIs and NCCP guidelines
- Initiate and participate in audit and research projects
- Use audit outcomes to improve service delivery and patient outcomes
- Contribute to oncology nursing research and service evaluation
- Provide leadership in oncology nursing practice
- Act as a clinical role model and specialist resource
- Contribute to development of clinical standards and pathways
- Support integrated care models across acute, community, and voluntary services
- Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Adhere to HIQA standards, national safety frameworks, and organisational policies
- Participate in clinical risk reporting and quality improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards
- Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Registration as a General Nurse on the active register of the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- A recognised post-registration qualification in Oncology Nursing (Higher Diploma / Postgraduate qualification or in pursuit of same)
- Minimum 4 years post-registration experience in cancer care / medical oncology
- Demonstrated clinical expertise in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT)
- Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional development
- Ability to practice safely within scope of practice and professional accountability
- Competent in IV and oral chemotherapy administration
- Competent in CVAD access, maintenance, and care
- Competent in IV cannulation and venepuncture
- Experience using clinical IT systems (Word, Excel, Email, PowerPoint)
- Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proven leadership and MDT collaboration skills
- Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred cancer care
- Strong interest in service development, audit, and education
- Competitive salary in line with experience
- Supportive oncology leadership and MDT environment
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to shape and develop CNS services
- Work in a progressive oncology service committed to best practice
- 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.