Job Description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care. We are hiring a Clinical Nurse Specialist - Infection Prevention Control in our Hospital in Limerick, Ireland. Full-time (37.5 hours per week) | Permanent | Responsibilities 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