Clinical Nurse Specialist (Oncology)

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Medical Oncology
Location: Waterford
Department: Oncology Day Unit
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary Scale: €61,249 - €76,158 per annum (based on a 37.5-hour week)

Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading Oncology Service in Waterford to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist- Medical Oncology. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Oncology Day Unit, where you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while contributing to service development and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support the day-to-day coordination of care within the Oncology Day Unit
• Deliver specialist clinical expertise in Medical Oncology, supporting complex patient pathways
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to nursing staff
• Ensure safe, effective allocation of resources and appropriate skill mix
• Promote evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement
• Collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes
• Support service development, audit, and KPI achievement
• Maintain clear communication with senior nursing and management teams
• Participate in and lead quality improvement and change initiatives

Essential Criteria

• Registered with NMBI (General Division) or eligible
• Postgraduate qualification in Oncology (or equivalent)
• Minimum 4 years' oncology experience
• Proven experience in a leadership/clinical specialist capacity
• Competent in IV/oral chemotherapy administration
• Experience with CVAD care, cannulation, and venepuncture
• Strong organisational, leadership, and communication skills
• IT proficiency (Microsoft Office) and awareness of clinical governance
• Management qualification (desirable)
• Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification (or willingness to undertake)
• Experience in service development, audit, or change management

Personal Competencies

• Strong clinical knowledge and professional leadership
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centred care
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, and a collaborative approach
• Ability to lead and influence within a multidisciplinary environment

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with HSE scales
• Comprehensive pension and Death in Service benefit (x3 salary)
• Critical Illness cover up to age 66
• Relocation package available
• 27 days annual leave
• Fully paid maternity and paternity leave
• Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellbeing
• Opportunity to work within a progressive oncology service

Apply Now

If you are an experienced oncology nurse with leadership experience, we would love to hear from you.

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