Job Description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in the relocation of qualified professionals across Ireland and internationally, providing end-to-end support including professional registration, job placement, visa processing, and employment permits. We are currently recruiting for a Clinical Nurse Specialist - Diabetes position in a hospital based in South Dublin, Ireland. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality patient care within a healthcare environment that prioritises excellence, respect, compassion, and patient-centred care. Job Title: Clinical Nurse Specialist Department: Diabetes Employment Type: Permanent Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full-Time) Key Responsibilities Provide specialist nursing care and clinical support to patients with diabetes across the continuum of care Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate individualised care and case management plans Collaborate effectively with patients, families, carers, and the multidisciplinary team to optimise diabetes management and patient outcomes Coordinate investigations, treatment, medication management, follow-up, and appropriate referral pathways Deliver patient education, health promotion, counselling, and self-management support to promote informed decision-making and independence Develop and manage nurse-led diabetes clinics and contribute to integrated care across Primary and Secondary Care Promote evidence-based diabetes practice through the development and implementation of clinical standards, policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines Provide clinical leadership, mentorship, education, and professional support to nursing and MDT colleagues Participate in audit, research, data collection, quality improvement, and service development initiatives relating to diabetes care Act as a specialist resource, advocate, and role model for diabetes nursing while promoting dignity, privacy, confidentiality, and person-centred care Requirements Registered in the General Division of the active NMBI Register of Nurses and Midwives, or eligible for registration Minimum 1 year of post-registration full-time nursing experience, or equivalent, in the relevant nursing division Minimum 1 year of full-time experience, or equivalent, in the relevant specialist area of care Hold a relevant Level 9 postgraduate qualification or higher, equivalent to at least 60 ECTS, in the specialist area Demonstrate strong clinical, managerial, administrative, and organisational skills appropriate to the role Excellent communication, interpersonal, and multidisciplinary teamwork skills Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development and lifelong learning Demonstrate knowledge and application of evidence-based practice within specialist nursing care Benefits · Competitive salary · Onsite parking · Pension · Annual bonus · Discounted café · Sports and Social club · Employee Assistance Programme · Discounted onsite pharmacy