On-site Bariatric Surgery CNS — Lead Specialist Nursing (PT)

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Bariatric Surgery to lead direct patient care across the bariatric pathway, from pre-operative assessment to post-operative support, within a multi-disciplinary setting.

The CNS will drive evidence-based practice, educate patients and staff, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives in a modern private hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Be registered in the general division of the NMBI.
• Minimum five years post‑registration nursing experience in an acute hospital setting.
• At least two years in bariatric surgery, obesity or related surgical nursing.
• Knowledge of HIQA standards and related health service protocols.
• Commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist nursing care for bariatric patients across pre-, peri-, and post-operative phases.
• Coordinate pre-operative assessment, investigations and MDT follow-up clinics.
• Educate patients and families on bariatric procedures and post-operative care.
• Lead nursing care quality improvement and participate in audits and research.
• Collaborate with Consultants, MDT members and nursing leadership to deliver integrated care.

Skills

Bariatric nursing

Clinical leadership

Education & training

Audit & quality

Education

NMBI registered nurse

Job description

Blackrock Health Hermitage Clinic seeks a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Bariatric Surgery to lead direct patient care across the bariatric pathway, from pre-operative assessment to post-operative support, within a multi-disciplinary setting.

The CNS will drive evidence-based practice, educate patients and staff, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives in a modern private hospital environment.