Oncology Nurse
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Oasis Healthcare Group Limited is seeking an Oncology Nurse to provide specialized cancer care, administer prescribed treatments, monitor adverse reactions, educate patients and families, and coordinate care with the clinical team. The role requires a nursing qualification, an Oncology Nursing Higher Diploma, a valid Nursing Council of Kenya practising licence, and at least two years in a busy clinical setting.
- Full-time position working from 8:00 to 5:00
- Provides chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cancer care
- Requires a valid Nursing Council of Kenya practising licence
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Oasis Healthcare Group Limited is seeking an Oncology Nurse to provide specialized cancer care, administer prescribed treatments, monitor adverse reactions, educate patients and families, and coordinate care with the clinical team. The role requires a nursing qualification, an Oncology Nursing Higher Diploma, a valid Nursing Council of Kenya practising licence, and at least two years in a busy clinical setting.
- Full-time position working from 8:00 to 5:00
- Provides chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and cancer care
- Requires a valid Nursing Council of Kenya practising licence
- Oncology unit experience and hazardous-drug training are advantageous
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Oncology Nurse-Kakamega
Oasis Healthcare Group Limited
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Language Requirement:
English
Work Type:
Full Time
Working Hours:
8 to 5
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Kenya
Job descriptions & requirements
Overall Responsibility
The oncology nurse will provide specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cancer diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, emotional support, and continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other cancer treatments as prescribed.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions during and after treatment and respond promptly.
- Conduct patient assessments and accurately document vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
- Assist in managing the side effects of cancer treatment.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medication, nutrition, and self-care.
- Provide psychological support and make counselling referrals where needed.
- Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, laboratory staff, and other team members in treatment planning.
- Schedule and follow up on diagnostic tests, treatment appointments, and referrals.
- Maintain accurate patient records and communicate changes in condition to the medical team.
- Observe and enforce infection prevention and control protocols.
Requirements
Diploma or Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
Higher Diploma in Oncology Nursing.
Valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
Minimum 2 years in a busy clinical setting; oncology unit experience is an added advantage.
Training in chemotherapy administration and hazardous drug handling is an added advantage.
Excellent communication skills; compassionate and empathetic.
Overall Responsibility
The oncology nurse will provide specialized nursing care to patients undergoing cancer diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up, including chemotherapy administration, symptom management, emotional support, and continuity of care.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and other cancer treatments as prescribed.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions during and after treatment and respond promptly.
- Conduct patient assessments and accurately document vital signs, symptoms, and progress.
- Assist in managing the side effects of cancer treatment.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medication, nutrition, and self-care.
- Provide psychological support and make counselling referrals where needed.
- Collaborate with oncologists, pharmacists, laboratory staff, and other team members in treatment planning.
- Schedule and follow up on diagnostic tests, treatment appointments, and referrals.
- Maintain accurate patient records and communicate changes in condition to the medical team.
- Observe and enforce infection prevention and control protocols.
- Diploma or Degree in Nursing from a recognized institution.
- Higher Diploma in Oncology Nursing.
- Valid practicing license from the Nursing Council of Kenya.
- Minimum 2 years in a busy clinical setting; oncology unit experience is an added advantage.
- Training in chemotherapy administration and hazardous drug handling is an added advantage.
- Excellent communication skills; compassionate and empathetic.
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