CNS - Infection Prevention & Control

Bon Secours Health System Company Limited By Guarantee; Limerick; On-site; EUR 63,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Bon Secours Health System in Limerick seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Infection Prevention and Control to lead IPC services, align with accreditation standards, and support education for multi-disciplinary staff. The role requires nursing registration, IPC qualifications, and strong leadership to improve patient safety and infection control across the hospital.

The post offers full-time hours (37.5 per week) with a competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional development in a

Qualifications

• Registered or eligible for registration with NMBI; postgraduate IPC qualification preferred.
• Postgraduate qualification in Infection Prevention & Control or in progress.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and a commitment to best practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Infection Prevention & Control service to high professional standards using evidence-based care planning.
• Provide professional and clinical leadership within the IPC programme.
• Coordinate implementation of IPC standards including JCI in the hospital.
• Develop, implement and maintain IPC policies and procedures.
• Participate in quality and patient safety committees and audit activities.

Skills

R.G.N Registration

IPC experience

Leadership

Communication skills

CPD

Management experience

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Infection Control

Job description

Clinical Nurse Specialist – Infection Prevention and Control

As part of Ireland’s largest private hospital group, Bon Secours Health System operates across the country, with over 4,000 staff members and a commitment to delivering compassionate, world-class healthcare. This new hospital in Limerick forms a key part of our ongoing investment in healthcare infrastructure, supporting our mission to provide advanced medicine and exceptional care to our patients. The hospital offers a wide range of specialist services, from cardiology to ophthalmology, and will play a pivotal role in enhancing healthcare provision in the Mid-West. We are still recruiting exceptional people to join our team as we continue to expand our services at our new state-of-the-art hospital.

Full-time (37.5 hours per week) | Permanent

Remuneration: €62,699 - €79,227 dependent on relevant experience.

Purpose of this Role

The post holder has a pivotal role in service planning and development, coordinating and managing activity and resources within the Infection Prevention & Control programme for the hospital. The post holder responsibilities include the development and implementation of Infection Prevention & Control policies 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. The aim of the post is to maximise the operational efficiency of the Infection Prevention & Control services through the allocation and effective use of all hospital resources and utilisation of facilities. To provide an informed and consultative resource service for nurses, doctors and other allied health care workers on matters relating to infection prevention and control to ensure quality and continuity of patient care. To provide a programme of education and training for multi-disciplinary staff that benefits patients and families as agreed with the Infection Control Committee (I.C.C.) and the Quality & Patient Safety Committee in line with Accreditation Standards

Candidate Criteria

Qualifications: 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 Infection Control or in the process of completing same.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Infection Prevention & Control service, to ensure the highest professional standards using an evidence based, care planning approach
• Provide a high level of professional and clinical leadership
• Manage the implementation of the Joint Commission International Infection Control standards for the prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections
• Co-ordinate the Infection, Prevention & Control committee meetings
• Partake and report as required to the Quality & Patient Safety Committee
• Participate in teams/meetings/committees as appropriate, communicating and working effectively with others
• Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the post
• Manage infection control records in accordance with hospital policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Adhere to and contribute to the development and maintenance of infection prevention control standards, protocols and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of service user care
• Evaluate and manage the implementation of Best Practice Policy and procedures
• Participate in clinical audit, surveillance and research studies as required
• Develop metrics for quality monitoring and performance review.
• To ensure all incidents concerning patients and staff are reported appropriately, documenting full details being aware of legal requirements and implications.
• Have overall responsibility for the monitoring, surveillance, investigation, prevention & control of Hospital Acquired infections in conjunction with the consultant microbiologist
• Advise Nursing Management and Bed Management of individual patients with infectious conditions
• Provide the necessary supervision, co-ordination and deployment of nursing staff within the Infection Prevention & Control Department to ensure the delivery of care in the designated area
• Promote an environment that is conducive to development of best practice
• Participate and play a role in the Hospitals accreditation processes (e.g. JCI and HIQA) and other quality management systems in the BSHS to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards for the Infection Prevention & Control service.

Essential Requirements

• R.G.N Registration At least 7 years post registration experience, minimum 1 year within IPC 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.

Location: Limerick

Panel: A panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled.

Informal Inquiries: To Celine McConnell (Director of Nursing) [e-mail]

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. If you require any assistance, please let us know.

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 its mission centred on providing compassionate, world class medical treatment to all those it serves. With more than 4,000 staff, 500 leading consultants, Bon Secours treats more than 400,000 patients annually in its five modern acute hospitals in Cork, Galway, Limerick, Tralee and Dublin as well as a Care Village in Cork. Bon Secours Health System is internationally accredited by the Joint Commission International Accreditation Standards for Hospital (JCI), the leading organisation in the international accreditation of hospitals for quality and patient safety.