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Clinical Nurse Specialist - Oncology/ Hematology
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 Clinical Nurse Specialist - Oncology/ Hematology for a hospital in Galway, Ireland. This is a full-time temporary position (maternity leave cover) offering an excellent opportunity for an experienced nurse leader to join a dynamic oncology team and support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.
Responsibilities
Provide clinical leadership and supervision to nursing staff to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centred oncology care.
Coordinate and manage the daily operations of the Oncology Day Unit, ensuring efficient patient flow and service delivery.
Support, mentor, and develop nursing staff while promoting a positive and collaborative team environment.
Ensure compliance with professional standards, hospital policies, and oncology care protocols.
Monitor and evaluate patient care practices, ensuring continuous improvement in quality and safety.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support effective treatment planning and patient outcomes.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and risk management activities within the unit.
Ensure accurate documentation and adherence to clinical governance and regulatory requirements.
Support patient and family education by providing guidance and information related to treatment and care plans.
Promote ongoing professional development and maintain up-to-date knowledge of oncology nursing practices.
Requirements
Be registered as a nurse on the active Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the NMBI.
Have a minimum of one year’s full-time experience, or an aggregate of one year’s full-time experience, in the specialist area of Haematology/Oncology.
Hold a relevant post-registration qualification in Cancer Nursing at QQI/NFQ Level 9 or higher, equivalent to 60 ECTS credits or above.
The relevant Level 9 or higher qualification must meet the requirements for specialist practice as outlined by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery.
Alternatively, provide written confirmation from a recognised Higher Education Institute demonstrating completion of the required ECTS credits at Level 9 or higher in the specialist area of Cancer.
Demonstrate ongoing continuing professional development relevant to Haematology/Oncology nursing practice.
Demonstrate the ability to provide safe and effective nursing care while fulfilling professional responsibilities within the appropriate scope of practice.
Possess the required clinical knowledge, skills and professional competence necessary to fulfil the duties of the Clinical Nurse Specialist role.
Demonstrate strong leadership, managerial, organisational and administrative skills, along with a high standard of professional suitability.
Nurses currently holding a Level 8 qualification in the specialist area, equivalent to 60 ECTS credits or above, may have this qualification recognised for CNS applications up to September 2026.
Benefits
Competitive and attractive salary package
Support for professional development and continuous education
Friendly and collaborative working environment
Pension scheme participation