Infection Prevention & Control – Clinical Nurse Specialist
Full-Time | Permanent | Co. Westmeath
FRS Recruitment is delighted to be working in partnership with a leading Irish hospital delivering a wide range of services in collaboration with the Health Service Executive (HSE). We are currently seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Infection Prevention & Control (IPC) to join their multidisciplinary team.
The Role
The Clinical Nurse Specialist / Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate in Infection Prevention & Control plays a pivotal role in the development, implementation, and maintenance of a comprehensive IPC service within Charter Medical Private Hospital .
Working as part of the IPC Team, the post holder will provide specialist clinical expertise, leadership, education, and consultancy in Infection Prevention & Control. The role supports all healthcare staff in reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs) and contributes to patient safety, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and the promotion of evidence-based practice in line with national standards.
Key Details
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Position: Clinical Nurse Specialist – Infection Prevention & Control
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Hours: Full-time, permanent
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Salary: €61,463 – €77,666 per annum(in line with HSE pay scales)
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Location: County Westmeath
Requirements
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Registered on the General Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by NMBI
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Minimum 5 years post-registration clinical experience
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Post-registration Level 9 (NQAI Major Award) qualification in Infection Prevention & Control
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OR willingness to enter a contractual agreement to obtain same within 3 years
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Demonstrated clinical, managerial, and administrative competence to fulfil the role
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Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Benefits
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HSE salary scales
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Sign-on bonus
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PRSA
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Continuous professional development and training opportunities
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Supportive, collaborative working environment
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Opportunities for career progression
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Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Free on-site parking
If you are interested please apply today.
