Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Education Co‑ordinator
Posting date: 1 week ago – Be among the first 25 applicants
Post Title: Clinical Course Co‑ordinator Oncology – Haematology (CNM2)
Post Status: Permanent
Department: Oncology Haematology Medical 1 Directorate
Location: Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9
Reports to: CNM 3 and DNM
Salary: Appointment will be made on the Clinical Nurse Manager II salary scale (€61,463 – €77,666) in line with Government pay policy.
Hours of work: Part‑time, 18.75 hours per week
Closing Date: Thursday 13 Nov 2025 @ 12 Noon
Note: The hospital reserves the right to close the competition early should a substantial number of applications be received.
Position Summary
The Clinical Course Coordinator is a key member of the Nursing Management Team within the Oncology and Haematology Service. The role centres on the identification, support, and provision of learning opportunities in clinical nursing practice. The post holder is primarily responsible for the effective implementation, evaluation and ongoing development of the Postgraduate Diploma in Oncology/Haematology at Beaumont Hospital, in liaison with the Senior Education Coordinator and in partnership with the School of Nursing and Midwifery, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
The Course Coordinator will work closely with the Senior Education Coordinator, Clinical Nurse Managers, and the Practice Support Nurse, and the other Education / Course Coordinators to facilitate nurses in the speciality to develop professional clinical competencies. The successful candidate must have a keen interest in postgraduate nurse education, experience of caring for patients in the coronary care unit, and a high level of interpersonal communication / people management skills.
Responsibilities
* Play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining a learning environment in all clinical areas of the Oncology / Haematology Service.
* Be responsible for the effective implementation, evaluation and ongoing development of the Specialist Practice Course in Oncology/Haematology nursing undertaken at Beaumont Hospital.
* Work closely with Clinical Nurse Managers, Practice Support Nurses and Directorate Nurse Manager to ensure continuity in the provision of formal education programmes, in‑service education, continuing professional development and ward‑based initiatives aimed at meeting the needs of registered nurses from novice to expert.
* Facilitate individual nurses working in the speciality to develop professional clinical competencies within the context of current best practice and enhance quality and advanced practice. Ensure staff comply with continuous professional development.
* Support students during their rotation placements and help students reach their clinical competencies. Spend time each week in the clinical setting to keep abreast of all current practices.
* Enhance nurse research in the unit and assist staff in progressing their work to a published level.
* Maintain effective communication between Beaumont Hospital School of Nursing, Clinical Nurse Managers and Academic Partners regarding the implementation and ongoing development of formal education programmes.
* Plan programme schedules for new intake of students, negotiate lectures, organise clinical placements, study release times and student assignments in consultation with Clinical Nurse Managers. Plan assessments and examination schedules.
* Participate in the interview and selection of applications for the Specialist Practice Programmes and postgraduate programmes.
* Support the personal and professional development of students in accordance with programme aims and objectives, and provide supportive supervision when necessary.
* Contribute to curriculum planning and lead the development of specialist clinical modules reflecting current clinical practice.
* Formulate standards of education to provide continuity and coordination of programme content.
* Undertake the role of examiner/assessor in written and clinical examinations as required.
* Act as moderator for assessments and examinations in the programmes.
* Participate in Oncology/Haematology Education meetings, Practice Development Unit Meetings and Progression Board Meetings.
* Ensure all Graduate Diploma programme documentation is prepared and available to potential candidates and students.
* Maintain a record of projects / assignments undertaken by students and organise a presentation of student course work.
* Compile progress reports regarding module outcomes and maintain a register of nurses who complete programmes.
* Carry out general administrative duties in support of the courses (provide equipment for lectures, ensure availability of classrooms, maintain records of student attendance, distribute examination scripts and results to academic partners for assessment by external examiners).
* Ensure a culture of organisational learning for all staff; organise that staff who undergo courses bring learning back to the clinical environment; ensure projects undertaken as part of a programme are followed through into practice.
* Work closely with other education coordinators in the overall development of education and in‑service programmes for staff.
* Lecture and teach on the Specialist Modules of the programmes and act as a specialist resource.
* Facilitate the progression of academic writing skills and course assignment development.
* Assist students in identifying learning needs in the clinical setting.
* Liaise closely with clinical practice support nurses to assist student learning in the clinical setting and provide ongoing support and feedback.
* Work with students during their clinical rotations to ensure they reach competence.
* Develop teaching, learning and assessment strategies to integrate theoretical concepts into specific practice situations.
* Assist clinical staff in developing their teaching and assessing roles.
* Provide support to Lecturers as required.
* Identify training and personal development needs of staff assigned to the unit, set objectives and complete personal development plans.
* Promote the development of staff, facilitate nurses to be autonomous and expert practitioners.
* Facilitate appropriate study days for nursing and support staff and ensure mandatory training is up to date.
* Encourage problem‑based learning strategies based on patient health problems.
* Ensure the maintenance of a suitable environment for patients and staff with emphasis on Health and Safety; collaborate with Infection Control, Occupational Health, Fire, Engineering and equipment providers.
* Review and update policies and procedures and ensure staff are familiar with the Hospital Major Incident Plan.
* Keep up to date with best practice and new developments in the speciality; act as facilitator and resource person for nursing and multidisciplinary research.
* Guide and support students in practice and research; enable students to develop critical analysis skills and use research findings in nursing practice.
* Facilitate staff and student development of research skills; supervise and support students with the research enquiry module and assignments.
* Develop a portfolio of research projects in collaboration with Clinical Nurse Managers in accordance with the Beaumont Hospital Ethics Committee.
* Organise relevant study days for internal and external staff.
* Take part in the policy and protocol development to ensure best practice guidelines are implemented.
* Identify, initiate and conduct nursing and MDT audit and research projects relevant to the Directorate.
* Monitor, access, utilise and disseminate current relevant research to advise and ensure the provision of evidence‑based practice.
* Generate and contribute to the development of clinical standards and guidelines and support implementation.
* Provide direct patient care and demonstrate specialist skills.
* Plan and organise student learning in the clinical setting and evaluate progress with relevant clinical staff.
* Actively encourage and participate in quality improvements within the Oncology/Haematology Service.
* Develop programmes specific to the needs of the nursing workforce in conjunction with the Directorate Nurse Manager.
* Evaluate specialist module content and recommend modifications to the Programme Management Team.
* Provide ongoing evaluation and modification of the teaching, learning and assessment processes utilized in the programme.
* Undertake evaluation of the programme, recommending modifications where required.
* Create and maintain an environment conducive to evidence‑based teaching, learning, and practice.
* Act as an effective role model, mentor and leader of staff.
* Attend and participate in staff development programmes.
* Actively seek research findings and participate actively with research opportunities within the unit.
* Keep up to date with current research and relevant medical and nursing journals.
* Discuss present performance and future needs with the DNM.
* Participate in the collection and collation of statistical and clinical data and assist in the preparation of the Annual Departmental Report.
* Participate in the administration of unit budgetary/management.
* Ensure the correct completion of unit manual – electronic records and reports.
Qualifications
Mandatory:
* Statutory registration, professional qualifications, experience, etc.
* Registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives; or entitled to register.
* Minimum of 5 years post‑registration experience, including at least 2 years in the speciality or related area.
* Demonstrated evidence of continuous professional development.
* Hold a Level 9 qualification on the National Framework of Qualifications.
* Hold a postgraduate course in Oncology/Haematology.
* Annual registration maintained on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives.
* On appointment, practitioners must maintain live annual registration on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives.
* Confirm annual registration with NMBI via the Annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
* Health: fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and in a state of health allowing efficient service.
* Character: of good character.
Desirable:
* Registered Nurse Tutor qualification.
* Management course.
Administrative and Legal Notice
The Hospital abates any Civil or Public Service pension in accordance with Section 52 of the Public Service Pensions (Single Scheme and other Provisions) Act 2012. Applicants acknowledging this understanding of abatement provisions are required to proceed. The Department will not support an abatement waiver for appointments to this position.
Contact and Further Information
For informal enquiries (no applications):
Name: Yvonne Whelan
Title: Directorate Nurse Manager
Email: yvonnewhelan@beaumont.ie
Telephone: 01 852 8197
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