Nursing
Oncology Nurse career guide
Oncology Nurses work in nursing settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on chemotherapy administration, symptom management, palliative support, with pay typically ranging from $12,000 to $112,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Oncology Nurses earn approximately $12,000–$112,000 per year with high global demand. Entry typically requires rn licence plus oncology training, plus registration with bodies such as NMC, NCSBN.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Nursing |
| Education | RN licence plus oncology training |
| Certifications | OCN, Chemotherapy certification |
| Regulators | NMC, NCSBN |
| Salary range (USD) | $12,000 – $112,000 |
| Demand | High |
Core skills
- Chemotherapy administration
- Symptom management
- Palliative support
Career progression
- 1Oncology Nurse
- 2Cancer Nurse Specialist
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