Clinical Nurse Specialist (Urology) Specific Purpose 37.5 Hours per Week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Urology) to join the Bon Secours Health System Hospital Galway. Ireland’s Largest Private Healthcare provider.
The post holder has a pivotal role in service planning and development, coordinating and managing activity and resources within the urology service. The Urology CNS responsibilities include overseeing the quality of nursing and healthcare staff care, the development and implementation of policy and procedures, the monitoring of activity and the delivery of agreed levels of service for the designated areas. You will provide clinical leadership and promotion of the mission & values of the hospital.
Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI]
Relevant Post Graduate Clinical Qualification in Urology or in the process of completing same.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexible approach to work patterns as the post holder will be required to rotate between days.
Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI]
At least 5 years post registration experience, minimum 1 year within Urology
Suitable management experience and /or qualification
Excellent interpersonal, leadership, accountability and communication skills
The ability to demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level.
Promote and foster a culture of Care, Compassion and Commitment honouring the core values of Bon Secours Hospital System
Roster will generally be over 5 days a week however a flexible approach to work patterns is required in line with service.
To manage the activities of the urology service from initial consultation to pre-assessment and discharge, liaising with Consultants, Nursing Staff and all other health care professionals and support services.
Communicate results of assessments, treatment / care programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy / as required.
Develop metrics for quality monitoring and performance review.
Carries out nursing care and treatments to the highest possible standard according to agreed Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on the nursing process approach and maintains appropriate records. Implements discharge planning based on patient care needs
Handles and correctly disposes of medical waste as per hospital policy
Closing date for applications: Wednesday –16th September 2026
Informal Enquires to: Niamh Hughes – nihughes@bonsecours.ie
Please submit your application with updated CV.
Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
As Ireland’s largest independent hospital group, Bon Secours Health System is renowned for the quality of its service provision coupled with a rich tradition in healthcare. Bon Secours Health System CLG is a not-for-profit organisation with a mission centred on providing compassionate, world-class medical treatment to all those it serves. With more than 4,000 staff and 500 leading consultants, Bon Secours treats more than 300,000 patients annually in its five modern acute hospitals in Cork, Dublin, Tralee, Galway and Limerick, as well as operating a Care Village in Cork.
Bon Secours Health System is internationally accredited by the Joint Commission International Accreditation Standards for Hospitals (JCI), the leading organisation in the International Accreditation of Hospitals for quality of care and patient safety.
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