What Jobs are available for Oncology in Ireland?

Job Purpose

As a key member of the Nursing team, the post holder will demonstrate excellent clinical skills, quality patient

care initiatives and facilitate effective interpersonal communication with colleagues in the unit(s) and hospital.

The role will provide comprehensive nursing care to patients using evidence-based practice and adjusting

resources to ensure continuity of care, will act as a role model for excellence in patient care.

The CNS will communicate and collaborate with the medical/nursing staff teams in the delivery of quality

continuing care for the patient, including liaison with Consultants, and GP's. The position requires a strategic

approach to the development of services and structures, embracing continuous quality improvement and the

management of changes necessary to achieve organisational objectives. The role demands a broad range of

professional skills and knowledge as well as skills in communication, leadership, teaching, education, research

and counselling all in keeping with the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse Specialist Posts, 4th

edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008.

Job Background/Context

Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is a state of the art 112 bed healthcare facility ideally located on at the

junction of the N4 and M50 in Lucan, Co Dublin. The hospital provides a wide range of Emergency,

Ambulatory, Interventional and Diagnostic care to for Adults and some services for Children. As a member of

Ireland's newest private health care group, Blackrock Health we are dedicated in ensuring our mission, vision

and values are our guiding principles in ensuring our patients and staff have a world class experience.

A career in Hermitage Clinic will ensure you are joining a diverse, dynamic and enthusiastic team of

professionals, passionate about developing services to ensure we provide the best care in the most modern

of facilities.

We offer new recruits an array of supports to ensure you are enabled to develop your career. Please contact

us directly to review our up to date opportunities and list of benefits.

Clinical Focus

The CNS will have a strong patient focus whereby the specialty defines itself as nursing and subscribes to the

overall purpose, functions and ethical standards of nursing. The clinical practice role may be divided into

direct and indirect care. Direct care comprises the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care to

the patient, family and/or carer. Indirect care relates to activities that influence and support the provision of

direct care.

Direct Care

• Provide specialist nursing care for oncology patients, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based practice.
• Undertake comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations, diagnostic testing, and clinical evaluations, to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Use the outcomes of patient assessment to develop and implement plans of care/case management in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and the patient, family and/or carer as appropriate.
• Monitor and evaluate patient responses to chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy, and other cancer treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary.
• Make alterations in the management of patient's condition in collaboration with the MDT and the patient in line with agreed pathways and policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines (PPPGs).
• Accept appropriate referrals from MDT colleagues.
• Co-ordinate investigations, treatment therapies, and patient follow-up.
• Communicate with patients, family, and/or carer as appropriate, to assess the patient's needs and provide relevant support, information, education, advice, and counselling as required.
• Where appropriate work collaboratively with MDT colleagues across Primary and Secondary Care to provide a seamless service delivery to the patient, family, and/or carer as appropriate.
• Participate in medication reconciliation taking cognisance of poly-pharmacy and support medical and pharmacy staff with medication reviews and medication management.
• Manage and oversee treatment administration and symptom management, ensuring safe and effective care in line with best practice guidelines.
• Identify health promotion priorities for the patient, family and/or carer and support patient self-care in line with best evidence. This will include the provision of educational and health promotion material which is comprehensive, easy to understand and meets patients' needs.

Indirect Care

• Participate in case review with MDT colleagues.
• Use a case management approach to patients with complex needs in collaboration with the MDT in both Primary and Secondary Care as appropriate.
• Take a proactive role in the formulation and provision of evidence based PPPGs relating to oncology care.
• Establish and maintain clear referral line

Patient / Client Advocate

• Communicate, negotiate, and represent patient's, family, and/or carer values and decisions in relation to their condition in collaboration with MDT colleagues in both Primary and Secondary Care as appropriate.
• Develop and support the concept of advocacy, particularly in relation to patient participation in decision making, thereby enabling informed choice of treatment options.
• Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity, and confidentiality of the patient, family, and/or carer.
• Establish, maintain, and improve procedures for collaboration and cooperation between Acute Services, Primary Care, and Voluntary Organisations as appropriate.
• Proactively challenge any interaction which fails to deliver a quality service to patients.

Education & Training

• Maintain clinical competence in patient management within oncology nursing, keeping up-to-date with relevant research to ensure the implementation of evidence based practice.
• Provide the patient, family, and/or carer with appropriate information and other supportive interventions to increase their knowledge, skill, and confidence in managing their conditions.
• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of education programmes and resources for the patient, family, and/or carer thus empowering them to self-manage their condition.
• Provide mentorship and preceptorship for nursing colleagues as appropriate.
• Participate in training programmes for nursing, MDT colleagues, and key stakeholders as appropriate.
• Create exchange of learning opportunities within the MDT in relation to evidence based oncology nursing care delivery through journal clubs, conferences etc.
• Develop and maintain links with relevant third level Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) in the design, development, and delivery of educational programmes in specialist areas.
• Be responsible for addressing own continuing professional development needs.

Audits Research & Quality

Consultant

Essential Criteria

• Be registered in the general division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI
• Have at least five years recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital setting and a minimum of two years nursing experience in the specialist area
• Have acquired a level 8 post registration Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major academic award relevant to the specialist area of Oncology Nursing (or similar) or be willing to complete within one year of taking up post.

Why work at the Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic

• Competitive salary
• An Education Support Programme
• Development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression
• Subsidised Restaurant
• Free staff car parking
• Employee Assistance Programme

The Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion and equality at all levels of the organisation.

Oncology Registrar - Immediate Start
Applications from recruitment agencies are not being accepted for this campaign.
To be eligible to apply candidates must meet all below eligibility criteria:

Active IMC (Applications will not be accepted from candidates whose registration is not active or in final stages)

All current immigration permissions in place to work in Ireland.

2 years' experience to Specialty of Oncology.

Membership examinations or part thereof.

Valid OET/IELTS Examination (where applicable)

BLS & ACLS

CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER II- ONCOLOGY

Full-time Permanent

Bon Secours Hospital Cork are delighted to announce an exciting and rare opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Manager II in our dedicated Oncology Service. Bon Secours Cork provide cancer services to a large regional catchment area. The range of services encompasses diagnosis, staging and all aspects of cancer treatment. We treat a wide variety of solid and haematologic malignancies.

We have an active clinical trials unit, offering a range of international and investigator-initiated studies to our patients. Our consultant medical oncologists and haematologists have extensive medical oncology training within Ireland and at internationally recognised cancer centres. Along with the teams of nurses for our inpatient and day wards, there are Clinical Nurse Specialists supporting palliative care, oncology liaison, triage, and clinical trials.

Candidate Requirements:

• Registered in the General Division of the live register of nurses kept by the NMBI
• A minimum of 3-5 years post registration experience in oncology
• Completed a management course and a postgraduate in Oncology/Haematology

Nursing is essential

• A minimum of 2 years management experience is essential
• A proven track record in Nursing Management at a senior level
• Preceptorship/teaching and assessing of students and junior staff is also essential
• Experience in the implementation of service improvement and development
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to problem solve and use their initiative.
• The ability to negotiate and resolve difficult clinical, operational and interpersonal situations.
• Possess extensive knowledge/experience of the principles and practices of Nurse Management.
• Demonstrate specific knowledge of Quality Framework Health Services in Ireland and to have experience in Accreditation processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills

To Apply: Please submit your application through our website/workday.

Closing date for application is Thursday 30th of October 2025

Informal enquiries to Aine Ryan, Talent Acquisition Specialist via or

Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any assistance, please contact

Commencing 12 January 2026

Full Time Hours, Temporary 6 Month Contract

(Under the Governance of Mercy University Hospital Cork CLG.)

Please forward completed application by 12pm on Friday, 17 October 2025.

All applicants must have valid IMC registration and provide names, telephone numbers and email addresses of three Referees upon application.

Terms and conditions of employment are in accordance with the Department of Health and Children regulations. Mercy University Hospital is an equal opportunities employer. Please note this post may be filled by a Specialist Registrar.

Canvassing will disqualify.

Mercy University Hospital (MUH)

MUH is a growing voluntary hospital in the heart of Cork City. We have over 1,500 staff providing complex diagnostic, medical and surgical care through our inpatient, day patient, outpatient and emergency services.

We are a teaching hospital, a centre of national and international excellence, and are renowned for our research and tertiary services. Providing 24/7 acute surgical, acute medical and critical care, MUH now has multiple sites across the city and continues to expand. From Cardiac Care to Intensive Care, our varied specialist services offer real career choice to our team.

We live by our Core Values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice, Respect and Team Spirit.

CLINICAL NURSE MANAGER II- ONCOLOGY

Full-time Permanent

Bon Secours Hospital Cork are delighted to announce an exciting and rare opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Manager II in our dedicated Oncology Service. Bon Secours Cork provide cancer services to a large regional catchment area. The range of services encompasses diagnosis, staging and all aspects of cancer treatment. We treat a wide variety of solid and haematologic malignancies.

We have an active clinical trials unit, offering a range of international and investigator-initiated studies to our patients. Our consultant medical oncologists and haematologists have extensive medical oncology training within Ireland and at internationally recognised cancer centres. Along with the teams of nurses for our inpatient and day wards, there are Clinical Nurse Specialists supporting palliative care, oncology liaison, triage, and clinical trials.

Candidate Requirements:

• Registered in the General Division of the live register of nurses kept by the NMBI
• A minimum of 3-5 years post registration experience in oncology
• Completed a management course and a postgraduate in Oncology/Haematology

Nursing is essential

• A minimum of 2 years management experience is essential
• A proven track record in Nursing Management at a senior level
• Preceptorship/teaching and assessing of students and junior staff is also essential
• Experience in the implementation of service improvement and development
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to problem solve and use their initiative.
• The ability to negotiate and resolve difficult clinical, operational and interpersonal situations.
• Possess extensive knowledge/experience of the principles and practices of Nurse Management.
• Demonstrate specific knowledge of Quality Framework Health Services in Ireland and to have experience in Accreditation processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and team building skills

To Apply
: Please submit your application through our website/workday.

Closing date for application is Thursday 30th of October 2025

Informal enquiries to Aine Ryan, Talent Acquisition Specialist via or

Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any assistance, please contact

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Work under the supervision of the Oncology Consultant in delivering high-quality Oncology services and provide full support to the Consultants in their clinical duties.

Admit Oncology patients—either supervising SHO admissions or acting as the primary admitter—ensuring all patients have a designated Consultant available 24/7.

Conduct patient handovers from the previous shift Registrar to maintain continuity of care, make immediate clinical decisions, and issue appropriate orders.

Perform daily morning rounds on all Oncology patients, make ongoing care decisions, document findings, and communicate daily plans with Consultants and hospital staff to ensure timely investigations and interventions.

Regularly review patients as per the care plan, order necessary investigations, document reviews promptly, and update Consultants on any changes or concerns.

Coordinate discharge planning with Consultants, Nursing staff, and Allied Health professionals, ensuring all discharge summaries, prescriptions, and follow-up arrangements are completed.

Current full registration with the Irish Medical Council (essential).

Membership of a relevant medical college (desirable).

Minimum of one year’s experience at Registrar level in an acute hospital setting.

Current BCLS certification (essential); ACLS certification (desirable).

Demonstrated interest in Oncology Medicine and patient care within this specialty.

Proven ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.