Overall Job Function:


To assist the Medical Oncologist in managemnet of cancer patients. The Oncology Nurse will strengthen the delivery of high standard of Oncology care to patients at Pearl Cancer Center. The Oncology Nurse will report directly to the Medical Oncologist


Major Duties and Responsibilities


Assessing, planning and implementation of nursing care to cancer patients according to the nursing process framework
Participate in screening activities to assist in early diagnosis of cancer
Offering Counselling and Psychological care to help patients navigate through the treatment journey
Administration of prescribed Chemotherapy according to set-out policies and existing guidlines
Provide information on potential side effects of Chemotherapy before administration to ensure that the patientis prepared for the treatment
Mnitor the progress of patients on Chemotherapy and identify any side effects
Ensure smooth running of the oncology unit in collaborating with the finance insurance team to facilitate insurance approvals before management
Champion for proper handling of cytotoxic Chemotherapy drugs, and proper waste segragation
Offer palliative and hospice srvices to improve quality of life of patients and relatives
Maintaining health records of cancer patients
Provide preventive and promotive health education to our cancer patients and relatives
Participate in MDT meetings to come up with management plans for cancer patients
Participate in the continued professional development by self-study
Write daily, weekly, and monthly reports about the Cancer unit
Participate in the promotion and growth of oncology services through Community outreach, patient education, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor


Minimum Qualifications


Diploma in Nursing or BSc. Nursing
Higher National Diploma in Oncology Nursing
Must be registered by the Nursing Council of Kenya (NCK)
Valid professional practice license
Minimum 2 years working experience in a bus oncology centre
Trained in BLS/ACLS
Proficienc in MS Office packages for report writing and presentation
Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to work well with others and to develop and maintain relationships
Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Swahili