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Purpose of the Role: The CNM2 is responsible for the operational management, clinical leadership, and professional development of nursing staff within the Oncology Day Unit and Infusion Suite. The post holder will ensure the delivery of safe, effective, patient-centred cancer and biologics care while maintaining high standards of clinical practice, governance, quality, and service delivery.
Job Responsibility
Provide visible clinical leadership and support to nursing and multidisciplinary teams
Ensure the delivery of safe, high quality, evidence-based oncology care
Maintain oversight of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, blood product administration, and other oncology treatments delivered within the unit
Promote excellence in patient experience and person-centred care
Ensure compliance with national and hospital oncology standards, policies, and guidelines
Act as a clinical resource and expert practitioner for oncology nursing staff
Manage the day-to-day operations of the Oncology Day Unit and Infusion Suite
Ensure effective patient flow and optimal utilisation of treatment capacity
Coordinate staffing resources to meet patient and service requirements
Monitor activity levels, capacity, waiting lists, and service demands
Escalate operational risks and service pressures appropriately
Contribute to business continuity planning and service resilience
Lead, supervise, and support nursing and support staff within the department
Foster a positive culture of professionalism, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Manage staff rostering, attendance, performance management, and annual appraisal processes
Identify workforce requirements in line with current and future service needs
Support recruitment, retention, succession planning, and on boarding of new staff
Promote ongoing education and professional development in oncology nursing practice
Ensure compliance with medication management, chemotherapy safety standards, infection prevention and control requirements, and clinical governance frameworks
Lead incident review, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives
Monitor and respond to clinical quality indicators and patient feedback
Ensure accurate documentation and maintenance of clinical records
Participate in audits and implement recommendations arising from findings
Support the continued growth and development of oncology services
Participation in strategic planning for the expansion of systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) services
Development of new treatment pathways and models of care
Capacity planning to accommodate increasing oncology activity
Identification of workforce, equipment, and infrastructure requirements
Supporting the introduction of new oncology treatments and technologies
Working collaboratively with oncology consultants, pharmacy, management, and regional cancer services to enhance service provision
Play a significant role in planning and preparing for the transition to the new hospital facility
Contributing to operational planning for the Oncology Day Unit and Infusion Suite within the new hospital
Participating in service design and workflow development
Assisting with workforce planning and service modelling for expanded capacity
Supporting equipment planning, commissioning, and readiness activities
Ensuring staff engagement and preparedness throughout the transition process
Supporting the implementation of new systems processes, and patient pathways associated with the move
Promoting safe and seamless continuity of care during service transition
Work closely with oncology consultants, nursing management, pharmacy, allied health professionals, and support services
Develop effective working relationships across hospital departments and external agencies
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and service planning forums
Support integrated cancer care pathways across inpatient, outpatient, and community settings
Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and evidence-based practice
Support staff participation in oncology education and competency programmes
Facilitate clinical teaching and mentorship
Encourage involvement in audit, service evaluation, quality improvement, and research activities
Support implementation of national cancer strategies and emerging best practice
Requirements
Registered General Nurse with active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
Minimum of 5 years post-registration experience
Minimum of 2 years oncology nursing experience
Level 8 Oncology /Management essential
Evidence of personal professional development
Significant experience in oncology nursing and systemic anti-cancer therapy delivery
Experience in staff management and leadership
Experience in quality improvement and clinical governance
Experience managing complex clinical environments and patient pathways
Nice to have
Experience in service development and change management
Experience supporting service expansion projects
Experience in hospital commissioning or transition planning
Participation in audit, research, or quality improvement initiatives