Clinical Nurse Manager- Infection Prevention Control

recruitNet; Dublin; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Continuous professional development (C

Excellent career progression

Paid Sundays and double pay on Bank/H

Zusammenfassung

RecruitNet International Ltd in County Dublin is hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager - Infection Prevention Control to lead infection prevention activities across the nursing home. You will oversee surveillance, audits, staff education and data analysis to maintain high clinical standards.

The role requires registration with NMBI, a first-level nursing qualification and a postgraduate IPC credential. You’ll mentor CNMs, supervise care teams and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines, driving

Qualifikationen

• Hold a recognised first-level nursing qualification.
• Be registered on the current live register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Possess a recognised qualification in Infection Prevention and Control.
• Hold certification in a relevant specialist area, preferably.
• Demonstrate proven experience working as an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse.
• Have previous management training or managerial experience, preferably.
• Demonstrate strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Possess sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Demonstrate the ability to motivate self and others and work independently using own initiative.
• Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team and promote a positive team environment.

Aufgaben

• Oversee infection prevention and control activities, including surveillance, audits, staff education and the analysis of infection-related data.
• Monitor clinical practices and ensure compliance with infection control standards, regulatory requirements and evidence-based guidelines.
• Identify, investigate and manage infectious disease risks and epidemiological incidents to prevent the spread of infections.
• Support employee health and safety programmes and organise staff training on newly approved policies, procedures and clinical practices.
• Provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to CNMs, staff nurses and care assistants, promoting effective teamwork and communication.
• Maintain a visible presence in clinical areas, monitor nursing practices and provide constructive feedback to improve the quality of patient care.
• Conduct regular staff performance appraisals, identify professional development needs and support staff training, induction and ongoing education.
• Assess staff training requirements and coordinate in-house education on infection control, palliative care, challenging behaviour and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.
• Prepare and manage staff rosters in collaboration with the DON/ADON, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and minimising reliance on temporary or agency staff.
• Conduct regular clinical audits of patient records, care plans, medication management, infection control, environmental hygiene and health and safety practices.
• Ensure audit findings are addressed through appropriate action plans, risk assessments and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Promote person-centred care by maintaining regular communication with patients, relatives and families, addressing concerns and ensuring complaints are appropriately investigated and resolved.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, nursing staff, care assistants and other departments to ensure safe, effective and consistent delivery of patient care.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations within the ward, attending handovers and safety meetings, monitoring patient progress, supervising medication rounds and ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
• Lead by example in delivering high-quality nursing care, implementing health and safety policies and fostering a supportive, accountable and professional working environment.

Kenntnisse

Infection prevention

Leadership

Staff training

Regulatory compliance

Ausbildung

Nursing qualification

NMBI registration

Infection Prevention and Control qualification

Jobbeschreibung

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for domestic and overseas candidates across Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home Care, and Community Care services.

We are currently hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager - Infection Prevention Control for a leading Nursing Home in County Dublin.

Position Details:

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Manager- Infection Prevention Control

Location: County Dublin, Ireland

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

Oversee infection prevention and control activities, including surveillance, audits, staff education and the analysis of infection-related data.

Monitor clinical practices and ensure compliance with infection control standards, regulatory requirements and evidence-based guidelines.

Identify, investigate and manage infectious disease risks and epidemiological incidents to prevent the spread of infections.

Support employee health and safety programmes and organise staff training on newly approved policies, procedures and clinical practices.

Provide leadership, guidance and mentorship to CNMs, staff nurses and care assistants, promoting effective teamwork and communication.

Maintain a visible presence in clinical areas, monitor nursing practices and provide constructive feedback to improve the quality of patient care.

Conduct regular staff performance appraisals, identify professional development needs and support staff training, induction and ongoing education.

Assess staff training requirements and coordinate in-house education on infection control, palliative care, challenging behaviour and safeguarding vulnerable individuals.

Prepare and manage staff rosters in collaboration with the DON/ADON, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and minimising reliance on temporary or agency staff.

Conduct regular clinical audits of patient records, care plans, medication management, infection control, environmental hygiene and health and safety practices.

Ensure audit findings are addressed through appropriate action plans, risk assessments and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Promote person-centred care by maintaining regular communication with patients, relatives and families, addressing concerns and ensuring complaints are appropriately investigated and resolved.

Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, nursing staff, care assistants and other departments to ensure safe, effective and consistent delivery of patient care.

Oversee day-to-day clinical operations within the ward, attending handovers and safety meetings, monitoring patient progress, supervising medication rounds and ensuring adherence to clinical standards.

Lead by example in delivering high-quality nursing care, implementing health and safety policies and fostering a supportive, accountable and professional working environment.

Requirements

Hold a recognised first-level nursing qualification.

Be registered on the current live register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Possess a recognised qualification in Infection Prevention and Control.

Hold certification in a relevant specialist area, preferably.

Demonstrate proven experience working as an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse.

Have previous management training or managerial experience, preferably.

Demonstrate strong leadership, organisational and communication skills.

Possess sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

Demonstrate the ability to motivate self and others and work independently using own initiative.

Have the ability to work effectively as part of a team and promote a positive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Continuous professional development and training

Excellent career progression opportunities

Paid Sundays and double pay on Bank Holidays

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for staff wellbeing

Staff recognition and reward programmes