Clinical Nurse Specialist – Infection Prevention and Control

• Lead and manage the Infection Prevention & Control service, ensuring high professional standards and evidence-based practice
  

• Provide strong clinical and professional leadership in infection prevention and control
  

• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of Joint Commission International (JCI) infection prevention and control standards
  

• Coordinate Infection Prevention & Control Committee meetings and contribute to relevant Quality & Patient Safety Committee activities
  

• Manage infection control records, policies, protocols and guidelines in line with hospital requirements and best practice
  

• Lead the surveillance, monitoring, investigation, prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections in collaboration with the Consultant Microbiologist
  

• Advise Nursing Management and Bed Management on the management and placement of patients with infectious conditions
  

• Support clinical audit, research, quality improvement initiatives and the development of performance metrics for infection prevention and control
  

• Ensure incidents involving patients and staff are appropriately reported, investigated and documented in accordance with legal and organisational requirements
  

• Support hospital accreditation and quality management processes, including JCI and HIQA, while promoting a culture of continuous improvement and best practice
  
  

Requirements

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with current professional registration
  

• Minimum of 7 years’ post-registration nursing experience, including at least 1 year of Infection Prevention & Control experience
  

• Relevant management experience and/or a recognised management qualification
  

• Strong leadership, accountability, interpersonal and communication skills
  

• Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development at the appropriate level
  

• Commitment to promoting a culture of care, compassion and professional commitment in line with the Hospital System’s core values
  

• Flexible approach to working patterns, with the roster generally covering 5 days per week in line with service requirements
  

Benefits

• Generous annual leave
  

• A retirement pension with Irish Life
  

• Flexible working arrangements
  

• Leadership development and mentorship programmes
  

• Educational support for academic, clinical, and professional training
  

• Opportunities to participate in research, conferences, and specialised skills training
  

• Discounted healthcare
  

• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training
  

• Support for academic and clinical projects