The Oncology Staff Nurse is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to oncology patients receiving chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, radiation therapy support, and palliative care. The nurse ensures patient safety, medication administration, symptom management, patient education, infection prevention, and compliance with hospital policies and NABH standards.
Reports To
Ward Incharge / Nursing Superintendent (NS) / Deputy Nursing Superintendent (DNS)
Qualifications
- GNM or B.Sc. Nursing
- M.Sc. Nursing preferred for senior roles
- Valid State Nursing Council Registration
- BLS Certification
- ACLS/Oncology Certification preferred
Experience
- Minimum 1–2 years of clinical nursing experience
- Experience in Oncology/Chemotherapy Unit preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Assess patients before, during, and after treatment.
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to oncology patients.
- Prepare and administer chemotherapy as per hospital protocols.
- Monitor patients for adverse drug reactions and treatment-related complications.
- Ensure safe handling and disposal of cytotoxic medications.
- Manage pain, nausea, fatigue, mucositis, and other treatment-related symptoms.
- Educate patients and caregivers regarding chemotherapy precautions, medications, nutrition, hydration, home care, and follow-up.
- Follow infection prevention and control protocols.
- Maintain accurate nursing documentation and medication records.
- Coordinate with oncologists, pharmacists, dietitians, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain NABH compliance.
Key Skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- IV cannulation & infusion therapy
- Oncology patient assessment
- Infection prevention & control
- Pain & symptom management
- Communication & patient counselling
- Emergency response
- Documentation & record keeping
Work Location: In person
