Registered Nurse - Medical Oncology
Core
Deliver safe, evidence-based, patient-centred care to people with cancer across the continuum of care, supporting patients from diagnosis through chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiotherapy, symptom management, survivorship, and end-of-life care.
Role type
Registered Nurse (Medical Oncology)
Builds
Patient care plans and treatment administration for oncology patients
Domain
Healthcare / Oncology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Antineoplastic drug administration, venepuncture, peripheral intravenous cannulation, central venous access device (CVAD) management, clinical assessment, critical thinking, problem-solving
Preferred skills
Experience in acute medical oncology or related clinical specialty
Technologies
Chemotherapy administration systems, CVAD management tools
Responsibilities
Administer chemotherapy and systemic anti-cancer therapies, manage central venous access devices, support patients and families in emotionally demanding environments, recognize and respond to changes in patient condition
Seniority
Mid-level (2+ years post-registration)
