Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Manager 2 - Swords

Vhi; Swords; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Manager. This part-time role involves implementing a standardized IPC service, advocating for patient safety, and leading quality improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background, with at least five years of nursing experience, including expertise in infection control. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on healthcare quality and safety in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about patient care and have a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Excellent company pension

Health Insurance

Death in service benefit

Income Protection

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-registration experience; 1 year in infection prevention & control preferred.
• Registered or eligible for registration in the General Nurse Division.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional leadership in Infection Prevention and Control.
• Manage service user care ensuring high standards using evidence-based approaches.

Skills

Infection Prevention and Control Expertise

Clinical Leadership

Patient Advocacy

Education and Training

Research and Audit

Education

Registered Nurse

Post-registration Nursing Course in Infection Control

Job description

Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Manager 2 - Swords

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Role Details

Title: Infection Prevention and Control Clinical Nurse Manager 2

Location: Swords

A part-time (0.5) permanent position is available within Vhi for an Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Nurse CNM 2 based in Swords. The successful candidate will implement a comprehensive, standardized IPC service aligned with the Health & Wellbeing (H&W) IPC annual program, supporting safe, quality care. Responsibilities include clinical focus, patient advocacy, education and training, research, audit, and consultation across H&W national services.

Benefits

• Excellent company pension
• Health Insurance
• Death in service benefit
• Income Protection

Role Purpose

• Provide professional leadership and demonstrate best practice in IPC.
• Serve as a key stakeholder and expert advisor within the IPC team for clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Ensure achievement of IPC annual program goals.
• Maintain an effective IPC service by developing and evaluating KPIs in line with national and international standards, reviewed quarterly.
• Adhere to national and international standards of care.
• Manage service user care ensuring high standards using evidence-based, risk management approaches.

Education & Experience

• Registered or eligible for registration in the General Nurse Division.
• Minimum 5 years post-registration experience; 1 year in infection prevention & control preferred.
• Recognized post-registration nursing course (Higher Diploma or Postgrad) in Infection Control, to be completed within 3 years of starting the role.
• Maintain live annual registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Skills and Abilities

• Provide expertise and resources in IPC to healthcare personnel.
• Ensure guidelines are evidence-based and regularly updated.
• Advise on procurement related to IPC.
• Participate in risk assessments, standards, and procedures formulation.
• Promote continuous quality improvement and innovation.
• Possess a full clean driving license and access to suitable transport.

Vhi is an equal opportunities employer.
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Reasonable accommodations: We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process.