Enhanced Staff Nurse - Oncology

Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics. Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do. Job Title: Enhanced Staff Nurse - OncologyReports: Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM)Accountable: Director of NursingHours: 37.5 hours per week We are seeking to recruit a Enhanced Staff Nurse to join the Oncology team in our Florence Nightingale Unit. As a member of the front-line Nursing team, the Oncology Staff Nurse will demonstrate excellent clinical skills, quality patient care initiatives and facilitate effective interpersonal communication with colleagues in the Department and in the hospital. The Staff Nurse will participate in providing comprehensive nursing care to patients using evidence-based practice and adjusting resources to ensure continuity of care.  The main duties of the role are to:Deliver skilled practical care to Oncology and Palliative Care patients and participate in the monitoring of the planning, delivery, and evaluation of individualised patient care, ensuring a patient centred focus.Administer chemotherapeutic drugs in accordance with local policy and guidelines, keeping patient and staff safety a priority.Be aware of the multifaceted needs of oncology and Palliative patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families.Flexible approach to rostering Willingness to rotate between inpatient unit and Oncology day unit.Participate in oncology outpatient clinic co-ordination.Be aware of community-based support for oncology and Palliative patients.Supervise the nursing practice of less experienced staff members and Student nurses  and participate in the educational aspects of that practice.Be aware of the multifaceted needs of emergency, medical and surgical patients and provide a holistic support service for them and their families.Practise within the Codes of Practice, Rules and Guidelines set out by the Nursing and Midwifery board of Ireland (NMBI) and comply with the policies and procedures of Blackrock Clinic.Essential CriteriaFull Registration in the General division of the Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI.At least one-year recent relevant post-registration nursing experience (full-time or equivalent hours part-time) in an acute hospital settingChemotherapy Competence preferred but not essential. Training will be given onsite.A recognised post-registration nursing course - Higher Diploma or Post Grad course in Oncology is desirable or be willing to undertake same.Hold an up-to-date Basic Life Support course or be in pursuit of sameStrong clinical and professional abilityIT skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsCompetency in English language both written and spoken. Why work at the Blackrock Clinic?At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from: Competitive salaryOnsite parkingPensionAnnual bonus*Discounted caféSports and Social clubEmployee Assistance ProgrammeDiscounted onsite pharmacy Please Note:Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at recruitment@blackrock-clinic.com It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit.