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Clinical Nurse Specialist (Colorectal), Cork
Client: Mercy University Hospital
Location: Cork, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 81ce7c56ed0d
Job Views: 3
Posted: 08.07.2025
Expiry Date: 22.08.2025
Job Description:
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
(Permanent Contract, Full Time Hours)
The CNS Colorectal Service is accountable to the Director of Nursing and professionally accountable to the Assistant Director of Nursing.
Responsibilities:
* Undertake comprehensive patient assessment including physical, psychological, social, and spiritual care using evidence-based practice in colorectal care.
* Lead in planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating patient services.
* Provide specialist nursing support for patients with benign or malignant colorectal conditions requiring ongoing care.
* Develop and implement care plans based on patient assessments in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and patients' families or carers.
* Participate in case reviews with MDT colleagues.
* Manage complex patient needs collaboratively with MDT in primary and secondary care settings.
* Contribute to evidence-based practice guidelines for colorectal care.
* Communicate and negotiate with patients and families, representing their values and decisions within the MDT.
* Promote patient advocacy and informed decision-making.
* Provide expert knowledge and act as a resource for staff.
* Support learning and education within the clinical environment.
* Practice within professional frameworks and act as a role model.
* Liaise with relevant conferences and data managers to ensure timely discussions and accurate data collection.
* Develop quality assurance and audit systems to meet care standards.
* Lead in clinical practice development and guideline implementation.
Eligibility Criteria:
* Registered nurse/midwife on the active NMBI register.
* Minimum of 5 years' post-registration experience in surgical nursing or CNM2, or 3 years' experience in the relevant division.
* At least 1 year experience in colorectal specialty.
* Completion of a postgraduate program at Level 9 or higher (or equivalent), verified by an educational provider, with relevant ECTS credits.
* Demonstrated ongoing professional development relevant to the specialty.
* Ability to practice safely within scope of practice.
Closing date for applications: 1pm on Monday, 14th July 2025.
MUH reserves the right to create a panel for this post to fill future vacancies.
About Mercy University Hospital:
A leading hospital in Cork with over 1,500 staff, offering comprehensive diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. Recognized for research and tertiary care, MUH provides 24/7 acute services and supports staff development and work-life balance. We offer competitive salaries, pension, holidays, and relocation packages for international nurses. Our core values are Compassion, Excellence, Justice, Respect, and Team Spirit.
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