Clinical Nurse Specialist - Galway (Contract)

Role & Responsibilities Manage and coordinate aspects of the haemodialysis service.

Oversee monthly bloods, analysis, and prescriptions related to anaemia and renal mineral bone disease.

Conduct transplant work-up and follow-up.

Administer and monitor the Hepatitis B vaccination programme.

Compile and report monthly and annual audit data for the AIS.

Plan, implement, and evaluate patient needs through audits.

Engage in nurse prescribing under a Collaborative Practice Agreement.

Work autonomously, managing a designated patient workload.

Clinical Focus Ensure high standards of patient care using evidence-based practices.

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for haemodialysis patients.

Provide specialist advice and educational materials to patients.

Promote infection control and health awareness.

Manage defined care areas in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

Initiate transplant evaluations and liaise with the medical team.

Attend renal transplant multidisciplinary meetings.

Maintain clinical and practical skills in haemodialysis.

Professional Responsibilities Maintain a client-centered approach.

Practice within professional and legal frameworks.

Make autonomous decisions within agreed protocols.

Stay informed on relevant legislation.

Demonstrate efficient service management.

Use initiative and diplomacy in client care.

Skills & Experience Requirements Degree in Nursing and NMBI registration.

Postgraduate Diploma in Renal Nursing.

Strong planning and organizational skills.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.

Proficient in administration and IT.

Eligibility to work in Ireland.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Skills : NMBI registration Proficient in administration and IT Degree in Nursing