Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS / Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS - Endometriosis service

Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS / Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS - Endometriosis service (04.016 (2026

JOB DESCRIPTION

Role Name: Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS / Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS - Endometriosis service
Part time - Permanent
Reference No: 04.016 (2026)

Purpose of the Role

The National Women's and Infants Health Programme aims to enhance and expand endometriosis services in Ireland. The CNS is a highly skilled practitioner responsible for the coordination and delivery of care for patients with endometriosis, including assessment, diagnosis support, treatment planning, education, and long term management. The CNS acts as a liaison between patients, multidisciplinary teams, and external support services, contributing to service development, research, and clinical leadership.

Clinical Care

• Provide specialist nursing assessment and management for patients with suspected or confirmed endometriosis.
• Support patients through diagnostic pathways, treatment options (medical and surgical), and ongoing symptom management.
• Develop individualized care plans, working closely with gynaecologists, pain specialists, physiotherapists, and psychologists.
• Offer expert advice on hormonal treatments, fertility concerns, and lifestyle modifications.
• Deliver nurse led clinics and telephone consultations to support patient follow up and education.
• Provide evidence based education to patients and their families on the nature and management of endometriosis.
• Act as an advocate for patients, ensuring that their concerns are heard and addressed appropriately.
• Facilitate patient support groups and contribute to the development of patient information materials.

Professional Leadership

• Serve as a role model and resource for nursing and allied health professionals regarding endometriosis care.
• Lead audits and quality improvement initiatives within the service.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of clinical guidelines and contribute to local guideline development.
• Deliver education and training sessions to staff and students on endometriosis.

Service Development & Research

• Participate in the planning and evaluation of endometriosis services.
• Contribute to clinical research, data collection, and service audits.
• Collaborate in the development of multidisciplinary care pathways and patient centred innovations.

Qualifications - Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)

• Registered in the General Division of the active Register held by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
• Minimum of 1 year post registration full time experience or equivalent aggregate experience in the relevant division.
• Minimum of 1 year experience or equivalent aggregate in the specialist area of care to which they are applying.
• Third level qualification at Level 9 or higher relevant to the specialist area of care (equivalent to 60 ECTS).
• Demonstrated capacity to discharge the functions of the role and evidence of continuing learning and professional development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven evidence in managing complex or chronic conditions; specialist training or significant experience in women's health.
• Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE via the Patient Safety Assurance Certificate.

Qualifications - Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist (cCNS)

• Registered in the General Division of the active Register held by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or entitled to be so registered.
• Alternative pathways for exceptional circumstances (other register division, additional experience, or required postgraduate education).
• Essential and applicable to both pathways: capacity to discharge role functions, excellent communication, continuing professional development, evidence in managing complex or chronic conditions, specialist training in women's health, annual registration confirmation.

Employment and Conditions

• Part time: 19.5 hours per week, permanent and pensionable.
• Remuneration: Clinical Nurse Specialist €62,078 to €78,443; Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist €57,208 to €67,372 (increments applicable as per salary scale).
• Probation: Initially 6 months, extendable by 3 months if necessary.
• Annual leave: days pro rata plus 10 bank holidays.
• Sick leave: Paid salary during illness as per Department of Health & Children arrangements.
• Termination: Two months' notice from either side; management may exercise rights for failure to perform or misconduct.
• Reporting: To CNM3 of Women's Health Services; professional accountability to the Director of Nursing.

General Accountability

• Maintain patient focused care, privacy, dignity, and evidence based practice.
• Adhere to scope of practice framework, hospital policies, and NMBI guidelines.
• Comply with health, safety, hygiene, and infection control policies.
• Support confidentiality, data protection, and risk management programmes.
• Participate in education, audits, research, and continuous improvement activities.

Note

The job description outlines major accountability areas, which will be reviewed and assessed regularly as the health care environment evolves. Adaptability and participation in the hospital's digital transformation strategy are required.