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SLIGO 0478 Clinical Nurse Specialist, Osteoporosis Service
Client: Saolta University Health Care Group
Location: Galway, Ireland
Job Category: Other
EU Work Permit Required: Yes
Job Reference:
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Job Description:
The Role of a Clinical Nurse Specialist:
This position involves delivering care according to the five core concepts outlined in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse/Midwife Specialist Posts, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery.
* The clinical nurse specialist will provide expertise in performing high-quality DXA imaging and specialized nursing services.
* The primary responsibility is to perform DXA scans on patients referred to the department, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
* To contribute to the quality of care experienced by patients through evidence-based specialist Osteoporosis care.
* To educate patients and improve outcomes through the provision of information and education.
* To participate in health promotion activities related to Osteoporosis.
* To evaluate service quality through ongoing clinical audit and research.
* To contribute to practice development in Osteoporosis management through education and training of nurses and allied health professionals.