Interim Clinical Nurse Manager 1 - Oncology Day Unit

Interim Clinical Nurse Manager 1 - Oncology Day Unit Blackrock Health Blackrock Clinic

Location: On site / South Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland
Job Type: Fixed term / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Medical & Healthcare Nursing & Midwifery
Salary: Negotiable salary

Job Title: Interim Clinical Nurse Manager 1

Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics.

Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do.

Role Purpose

The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1) in the Oncology Day Unit provides clinical leadership and operational management of the unit. The role ensures high-quality patient care, safe administration of chemotherapy /biological and targeted treatments and effective staff coordination. The CNM1 acts as a role model, promoting evidence-based nursing practice, continuous professional development, and compliance with national standards and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership

• Oversee and participate in direct patient care, including chemotherapy administration, infusion therapy, symptom management, and patient education.
• Promote a culture of excellence, safety, and compassionate care.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to nursing staff, fostering professional growth.

Operational & Staff Management

• Organise and manage the day-to-day running of the Oncology Day Unit.
• Allocate and supervise nursing staff, ensuring appropriate skill mix and safe staffing levels.
• Participate in recruitment, induction, and ongoing appraisal of staff.
• Promote a team environment that encourages collaboration, communication, and accountability.
• Coordinate and schedule appointments for new oncology/non oncology patients ensuring timely access to assessment and treatment services.
• Provide telephone triage and clinical advice for existing patients, escalating concerns appropriately and liaising with the multidisciplinary team.

Quality & Governance

• Ensure compliance with Blackrock Clinic policies, nursing regulations, and national clinical guidelines.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative records.
• Monitor and audit clinical practice, ensuring adherence to infection control, medication safety, and patient care standards.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives within the unit.

Patient & Family Care

• Act as a resource and point of contact for patients and families.
• Ensure patients receive timely information about their treatment, care options, and follow-up.
• Support the psychosocial needs of patients and families in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team (MDT).

Professional Development

• Facilitate ongoing education and training for nursing staff.
• Maintain own professional competence and actively engage in continuing professional development (CPD).
• Promote evidence-based practice and encourage staff to participate in research and clinical audits.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

• Work closely with oncologists, pharmacists, allied health professionals, and administration to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in MDT meetings and contribute nursing insights to treatment planning.
• Serve as a liaison between nursing staff, management, and other departments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with An Bord Altranais (NMBI) registration.
• Minimum of 3-5 years post-registration nursing experience, with oncology experience preferred.
• Evidence of continued professional development in oncology nursing or management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Sound clinical judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to plan, organise, and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and patient centred care.
• Proficiency in clinical documentation, audit, and reporting.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Safe and effective administration of chemotherapy and other treatments.
• Staff retention, satisfaction, and professional development metrics.
• Compliance with Blackrock clinic policies, infection control, and quality standards.
• Positive patient satisfaction and feedback scores.
• Successful implementation of quality improvement initiatives.

Why work at the Blackrock Clinic:

At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team, you can benefit from:

• Sports and Social club
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted onsite pharmacy

Please Note:

Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work.

Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at

It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit.