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Oncology Nurse
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
Job at a glance
- Employer
- Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
- Position
- Oncology Nurse
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Experience
- Minimum 3 years in acute care
- Education
- Registered Nurse qualification
- Salary
- Not stated in the advert
- Application deadline
- 30 October 2026
- Posted on VacancyKE
- 16 October 2026
VacancyKE summary
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is hiring an Oncology Nurse for its Chemotherapy Unit. You will administer chemotherapy and radiotherapy assessments while providing holistic patient care and monitoring for treatment complications.
What stands out about this opportunity
- Based in the Chemotherapy Unit at AKUH Nairobi
- Requires proficiency in handling hazardous chemotherapy drugs
- Involves direct patient counselling and psychological support
Key responsibilities
- Assess patients' physical condition and blood parameters before administering chemotherapy.
- Administer intravenous and oral chemotherapy safely, disposing of contaminated materials per guidelines.
- Monitor patients during treatment to identify and manage reactions or complications immediately.
- Provide one-to-one and telephone advice on managing side effects to patients and families.
- Obtain informed consent and explain treatment plans and potential side effects clearly.
- Assess patient readiness for radiotherapy through history taking and physical examinations.
- Manage central venous lines, observing infection control and advising patients on home care.
- Administer other IV therapies including blood products, bisphosphonates, and fluids.
Who should apply?
This role suits experienced Registered Nurses with at least three years in acute care who hold current NCK licensure and BLS certification.
Key requirements
- Registered Nurse qualification
- Current NCK licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- 3+ years acute care experience
What you should know
- The role reports to the Manager, Oncology Department.
- Applications are submitted via the Aga Khan University Hospital career portal.
How to apply
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Original employer advertisement
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The employer’s advert
Oncology Nurse
Department
Chemotherapy Unit
Entity
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years. The position holder will report to the Manager, Oncology Department.
Responsibilities:
• Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment protocols / regimes.
• Administer intravenous and oral chemotherapy, and safely dispose of Chemo contaminated material in accordance with Hospital Safety Guidelines
• Provide information regarding treatment and chemo side effects to ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit informed consent
• Provide one to one and telephone advice to patients and their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects to ensure each patient receives care which is specific and appropriate to their needs
• Assess patient’s readiness for radiotherapy, through history taking and physical examination.
• Closely monitor patients undergoing Chemotherapy and other treatments, be able to identify reactions/complications, communicate the reactions/ complications to the physician and participate in management of the same
• Recognize and provide psychological and emotional support to patients and their families, and be able to refer to counsellors when appropriate
• Observe infection control guidelines while caring for central venous lines, and be able to advise patients about care of those lines in the home setting
• Be proficient in administration of other intravenous therapies i.e. Blood and blood products, bisphosphonates and IV fluids
• Utilize evidence-based tools in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individualized care to patients
• Provide a high standard of holistic care encompassing physical, psychological, spiritual and social care to patients and families.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines for staff and patients, reporting any accidents, incidents, hazards or equipment defects in accordance with laid down policies
Requirements:
• Registered Nurse from a recognized school of nursing or University
• Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care hospital
Department
Chemotherapy Unit
Entity
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Introduction
Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a private not-for-profit teaching hospital that provides tertiary and secondary level healthcare services. It is the first hospital in East Africa to be accredited by the Joint Commission International from the USA. The University Hospital has been providing high quality care for the people of East Africa and beyond for over 60 years. The position holder will report to the Manager, Oncology Department.
Responsibilities:
• Assess patients for chemotherapy to ensure their physical condition and blood parameters are satisfactory to safely receive treatment according to treatment protocols / regimes.
• Administer intravenous and oral chemotherapy, and safely dispose of Chemo contaminated material in accordance with Hospital Safety Guidelines
• Provide information regarding treatment and chemo side effects to ensure each patient is prepared for their specific treatment and elicit informed consent
• Provide one to one and telephone advice to patients and their families regarding treatment side effects and management of side effects to ensure each patient receives care which is specific and appropriate to their needs
• Assess patient’s readiness for radiotherapy, through history taking and physical examination.
• Closely monitor patients undergoing Chemotherapy and other treatments, be able to identify reactions/complications, communicate the reactions/ complications to the physician and participate in management of the same
• Recognize and provide psychological and emotional support to patients and their families, and be able to refer to counsellors when appropriate
• Observe infection control guidelines while caring for central venous lines, and be able to advise patients about care of those lines in the home setting
• Be proficient in administration of other intravenous therapies i.e. Blood and blood products, bisphosphonates and IV fluids
• Utilize evidence-based tools in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating individualized care to patients
• Provide a high standard of holistic care encompassing physical, psychological, spiritual and social care to patients and families.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines for staff and patients, reporting any accidents, incidents, hazards or equipment defects in accordance with laid down policies
Requirements:
• Registered Nurse from a recognized school of nursing or University
• Current licensure with the Nursing Council of Kenya
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care hospital