Sligo University Hospital is seeking applications for the position of Staff Nurse General (Oncology/Haematology) on a permanent whole-time basis within HSE West and North West. This opportunity offers experienced and motivated nurses the chance to contribute to specialist oncology and haematology services in a leading acute hospital environment in County Sligo.
This Staff Nurse role in Sligo University Hospital provides an excellent opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary healthcare team delivering high-quality patient-centred care. The successful candidate will support patients undergoing oncology and haematology treatment while contributing to clinical excellence, patient safety, and compassionate care standards.
Reference
Reference: SLIGO0524
Job Overview
The Staff Nurse General (Oncology/Haematology) position involves delivering evidence-based nursing care to patients within specialist oncology and haematology services at Sligo University Hospital. The role requires strong clinical judgement, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to supporting patients and families throughout treatment and recovery.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with consultants, nursing colleagues, allied health professionals, and support staff to ensure the highest standards of patient care are maintained within a busy hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to oncology and haematology patients in line with HSE policies and professional standards.
- Monitor patient conditions and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
- Administer medications and treatments safely and effectively.
- Support patients and families through treatment plans and ongoing care pathways.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Participate in patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Maintain infection prevention and control standards within the clinical environment.
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement and professional development initiatives.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Registration as a General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Previous acute hospital nursing experience is desirable.
- Experience in oncology or haematology nursing is advantageous.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-focused care.
- Good organisational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
Salary for this Staff Nurse General (Oncology/Haematology) role will be aligned with HSE pay scales and national public sector agreements. The successful candidate will benefit from permanent whole-time employment, access to public sector pension schemes, annual leave entitlements, ongoing professional development opportunities, and participation in a supportive healthcare environment.
Working hours will be based on the operational requirements of Sligo University Hospital and may include shift work as required within oncology and haematology services.
Location and Employer Information
Sligo University Hospital is a major acute hospital serving the North West region and plays an important role in delivering specialist healthcare services across County Sligo and surrounding areas. The hospital provides a dynamic and collaborative working environment for healthcare professionals committed to clinical excellence and patient care.
This role falls under HSE West and North West, covering healthcare services across Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway. Nursing professionals joining the oncology and haematology team will have the opportunity to work within a respected public healthcare setting focused on patient outcomes and continuous service improvement.
Application Details
Applications for this Staff Nurse General (Oncology/Haematology) job must be submitted through Rezoomo only.
Please review the official job specification attached to the recruitment campaign before applying.
A panel may be formed as a result of this recruitment campaign for HSE West and North West from which current and future permanent or specified purpose vacancies of full-time or part-time duration may be filled.
Informal enquiries can be directed to Ms Karen Fearon, ADON, via email at karen.fearon@hse.ie
