Oncology Nurse

Job Title:

Chemotherapy Nurse (Oncology)

Employment Type:

Full-time, On-site

Strathmon House is a renowned business consulting firm with over a decade of experience in delivering impactful, client-focused solutions. Dedicated to empowering organizations of all sizes, we provide strategies and expert guidance to foster efficiency, compliance, and growth. Our range of services includes strategic planning, operational enhancement, financial advisory, and technology integration. We take pride in supporting businesses with innovative and sustainable practices to achieve long-term success.

Located in Sandton, we are committed to excellence and fostering lasting partnerships with our clients. For this role, we are recruiting on behalf of a specialist oncology unit in Modderfontein.

This is a full-time, on-site position in Modderfontein for a Chemotherapy Nurse. You will be responsible for the safe mixing, preparation, and administration of chemotherapy agents according to South African oncology protocols and SANC guidelines. Key duties include:

• Mixing and preparing chemotherapy in a sterile environment, following aseptic techniques and cytotoxic handling procedures.
• Administering chemotherapy via various routes (IV push, infusion, central lines, PICC lines, or ports) with precision and care.
• Obtaining medical aid authorisations (e.g., Discovery, Bonitas, Medscheme, GEMS) and liaising with funders for pre-approvals and motivation letters.
• Monitoring patients before, during, and after treatment for adverse reactions, extravasation, or hypersensitivity.
• Patient and family education on treatment plans, side effects, oral chemotherapy adherence, and when to seek emergency care.
• Managing patient records on electronic systems (e.g., PMO, or similar) and maintaining accurate chemotherapy flow sheets.
• Ensuring strict compliance with safety protocols: cytotoxic spill management, PPE usage, sharps disposal, and waste segregation.
• Collaborating with oncologists, pharmacists, and radiographers to adjust doses based on blood results, body surface area (BSA), and renal/hepatic function.
• Staying current with chemotherapy protocols, new targeted therapies, and advancements in oncology nursing.

Mandatory:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (or equivalent) from a South African institution.
• Current registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) as a Registered Nurse.
• Completion of a chemotherapy certification program (or willingless to obtain one).

• Chemotherapy drug preparation and mixing or must be willing to obtain if appointed.
• Administration of cytotoxic agents
• Managing extravasation and anaphylaxis protocols
• Monitoring and documenting chemotherapy side effects
• Knowledge of chemotherapy protocols common in South Africa.
• Understanding of drug interactions.
• SAOC Protocols and Formularies
• Knowledge on ICON

• Prior experience in oncology or chemotherapy administration (minimum 1‑2 years preferred).
• Experience with medical aid authorisations – familiarity with oncology benefit codes, PMO, and formulary requirements.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and Microsoft Office for patient documentation.

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Patient education & emotional support – ability to explain complex treatments with empathy, especially in a culturally diverse South African setting.
• Teamwork – collaborate effectively with doctors, pharmacists, porters, and admin staff.
• Problem‑solving – rapidly adjust doses for abnormal blood counts, manage vein access issues, or handle spillages.
• Attention to detail – double‑check drug calculations, expiry dates, and patient IDs against treatment plans.
• Stress resilience – remain calm during emergencies or high‑volume treatment days.
• Communication – fluent in English (additional official languages like isiZulu, Afrikaans, or Sesotho advantageous).

• Adherence to Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and SANC scope of practice.
• Located in Modderfontein. Own transport recommended but is not a requirement.

• Work in a dedicated oncology unit with supportive medical and pharmacy teams.
• Gain advanced skills in chemotherapy mixing and administration.
• Competitive remuneration aligned with South African oncology nursing scales.
• Opportunity for continuous professional development (CPD) and advanced oncology certifications.
• Strathmon House is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the minimum requirements in line with South African employment equity goals.

Strathmon House is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.