Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS – Endometriosis service (04.016 (2026))

TallaghtHospital

Job Location:

Dublin - Ireland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS / Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS Endometriosis service
Part time - Permanent

Reference No: 04.016 (2026)

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
A key piece of work for the National Womens and Infants Health Programme was to enhance and expand endometriosis services in so doing the NWIHP have developed a National Framework for Endometriosis Care in Ireland. This Framework envisages the expansion of expert resources in endometrial care by embedding specialist teams at Acute Hospital level via the development of two supra-regional services. One in CUMH and the other in Tallaght as well as six regional hub services one within each hospital group.

The Endometriosis Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) is a highly skilled practitioner responsible for the coordination and delivery of care for patients with endometriosis. This includes assessment diagnosis support treatment planning education and long-term management. The CNS acts as a key liaison between patients multidisciplinary teams and external support services and contributes to service development research and clinical leadership in endometriosis care.

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.

Patient Education & Advocacy:

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)

Be registered in the General Division of the active Register held by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Have a minimum of 1 years post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 years full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made
Have a minimum 1 years experience or aggregate of 1 years full time experience in the specialist area of care to which they are applying.
Have a third level qualification at not less than Level 9 or higher award that is relevant to the specialist area of care (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above) and in line with the requirements for specialist practice as set out by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery.
Have the clinical managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate evidence of continuing learning and professional development

Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate (cCNS)

Be registered in the General Division of the active Register held by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or be entitled to be so registered.

In exceptional circumstances which will be assessed on a case by case basis be registered in another division of the register of Nurses and Midwives.
Have a minimum of 1 years post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 years full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made.
Have a minimum 1 years experience or aggregate of 1 years full time experience in the specialist area of care to which they are applying.

Have a third level qualification at not less than Level 9 or higher award that is relevant to the specialist area of care (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above) and in line with the requirements for specialist practice as set out by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery.
If the applicant does not have the relevant Level 9 qualification the applicant will be supported to undertake the required post graduate education as relevant to the specialist area.

Essential and Applicable to both pathways

Have the clinical managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrate evidence of continuing learning and professional development.
Proven evidence in managing complex or chronic conditions
Specialist training or significant experience in womens health.
Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Patient safety Assurance Certificate.

2. Age Restrictions In Relation To Applications
Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed applications for the office occurs.

3. Health
A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

4. Be of good character.

5. Garda Vetting

Garda Vetting is sought for all employees and prospective employees of Tallaght University Hospital. Given the specialised nature of the services provided your appointment will be subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting and re-vetting in circumstances where the Hospital deems it appropriate. The Hospital will then process the necessary documentation to endeavour to obtain satisfactory Garda clearance for you. You are obliged to disclose previous and any criminal convictions acquired during the course of your employment. Should the Hospital obtain information from the Garda Vetting Unit to indicate that your Garda clearance report is not satisfactory and / or if you have supplied the hospital with false or misleading information in relation to your Garda clearance status the Hospital reserves the right to withdraw or terminate this contract in accordance with Tallaght University Hospital Garda Vetting policy.

6. Mandated and Designated Persons under Children First Act 2015

Schedule 2 of the Children First Act 2015 specifies the classes of persons defined as Mandated Persons for the purposes of the Act. This includes a range of disciplines that are employed by the hospital including all medical practitioners registered nurses physiotherapists psychologists social workers and others. This includes staff working in adult services. All mandated persons have two main legal obligations under the Children First Act 2015. Mandated persons under the legislation are required to report any knowledge belief or reasonable suspicion that a child has been harmed is being harmed or is at risk of being harmed. The Act defines harm as assault ill-treatment neglect or sexual abuse and covers single and multiple instances. Mandated persons are also required to assist Tusla if requested in assessing a concern which has been the subject of a mandated report. Designated Officer are required to receive reports of suspected child abuse or neglect from any person who is of the opinion that (a) a child has been or is being assaulted ill-treated neglected or sexually abused or (b) a childs health development or welfare has been or is being avoidably impaired or neglected. Full detailed list of mandated and designated staff together with details of their roles and responsibilities can be found on It is the responsibility of all staff employed by TUH to be aware of their roles and responsibilities under the legislation and to complete mandatory Children First Training.

PARTICULARS OF OFFICE

1. The appointment is part-time 19.5 hours permanent and pensionable.

2. Remuneration:
Remuneration is in accordance with the salary scale approved by the Department of Health & Children. Current remuneration with effect from 1st February 2026:

Clinical Nurse Specialist: 62078 by 11 increments to 78443 incl. 1 LSI
Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist: 57208 by 8 increments to 67372

Salary scales will be updated in line with nationally agreed pay agreements and will be updated accordingly and retrospective payments applied as applicable.

3. Pension arrangements and retirement age
There are three superannuation schemes currently in operation for staff in Tallaght University Hospital:

(a) Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (Non-New Entrant)
(b) Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (New Entrant)
(c) Single Public Service Pension Scheme

Please read carefully the summary of the criteria for the three superannuation schemes below. This will assist you in identifying which scheme membership is applicable to your employment circumstances.

(a) If you have been continually employed in the public service prior to the 1st April 2004 and you have not had a break in service of more than 26 weeks you will be included in the Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (Non-New Entrant) with a Minimum Retirement Age of 60 and a Maximum Retirement Age of 65.

(b) If you have been continually employed in the public service post the 1st April 2004 and you have not had a break in service of more than 26 weeks you will be included in the Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (New Entrant) with a Minimum Retirement Age of 65. There is no Maximum Retirement Age.

(c) If you have commenced employment in the public service as a new entrant or you are a former public servant returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks you will be included in the Single Public Service Pension Scheme effective from the 1st January 2013 with a minimum retirement age of 66 (rising to 67 and 68 in line with state pension changes). The maximum retirement age under this scheme will be age 70.

4. Duties:
The CNS/cCNS will perform such duties as are outlined in this job description.

5. Hours of work:
Normal working hours are 19.5 worked over 5 days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change over 7 days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement.

6. Probation:
The successful candidate will be appointed initially for a probationary period of 6 months. During the probationary period progress or otherwise will be monitored and at the end of the probationary period the service will (a) be certified as satisfactory and confirmed in writing or if not satisfactory the probationary period may be extended by 3 months.

7. Annual Leave:
Annual leave entitlement is 25-28 days (pro rata) depending on length of service plus 10 Bank Holidays per annum as they occur. The annual leave year runs from 1st of April to 31st March each year.

8. Sick Leave:
Payment of salary during illness will be in accordance with arrangements as approved from time to time by the Department of Health and Children.

9. Termination of Office:
The employment may be terminated at any time by two months notice on either side except where circumstances are dictated by the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Act 1973/91. The Managements right under this paragraph shall not be exercised save in circumstances where the Management is of the opinion that the holder of the office has failed to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post or has misconducted himself/herself in relation to the post or is otherwise unfit to hold the appointment.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
The successful candidate will:

Maintain throughout the Hospital awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all Hospital activities
Ensure that nursing care is patient focused and that patient privacy and dignity are maintained at all times
Encourage recognition of the patient as an individual ensuring patients needs and comfort are given priority.
Ensure that the provision of evidence based nursing care is maintained.
Refer to and comply with the scope of practice framework as stated by NMBI in relation to all components of the position: Clinical Role Patient Advocate Role Educational Role Consultative Role and Audit Role.
Comply with all existing Hospital policies.
Reporting relationship will be to CNM3 of Womens Health Services.
The CNS/c CNS will be professionally accountable to the Director of Nursing.

Clinical Focus

Contribute to changes in clinical practice that will improve standards of care
Identify and plan with support from the Director of Nursing and Assistant Director of Nursing the CNM3 in Womens Health and Medical Lead the development requirements for the Service.
Provide leadership in the Womens Health Service.
Responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safe keeping of records.
Ensure that all procedures are in accordance with established Hospital procedures and assist with operational guidelines and policies for this service which will be evidence based and support will be provided by the Nurse Practice Development Department.
Handle complaints by patient members of the public and staff in accordance with the Hospital complaints procedures.
Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality ethics and legislation.
Facilitate the arrangements necessary and participate when necessary in education and training of other hospital staff as the need arises. This includes students at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Be knowledgeable in the structure of handling of all equipment used in the unit.
Communicate with patients and with relatives as required. Be available for any telephone enquiries from women with concerns. Counselling skills are essential

Patient Advocate Role

Communicate with patients families and friends assess needs and provide relevant support information education and advice.
Act as the patients advocate when necessary especially in an informed discussion to promote the patients participation in decision making thereby enabling informed choice of treatment options.

Foster good nurse/patient relationships through the provision of holistic Nursing care and support for each patient.
Demonstrate an awareness of ethical awareness and social issues on an individual patient basis.
Promote an awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all Hospital activities. Ensuring the provision of a high standard of care to the patient and families is consistent with the mission vision values and strategic plan of the Hospital
Communicate with the relevant teams regarding the patients condition and relaying information and changes in Doctor Orders.

Educational Role

Act as a resource and support to nursing staff caring for patients attending the Endometriosis service.
Participate in the educational provision of information for women and their partners/families so that they are empowered to manage their condition and seek appropriate help and advice
Undertake continuing professional development through formal and informal educational opportunities thus ensuring continued credibility amongst nursing medical and other professionals.
Participate in relevant committees at an organisational level and also at a national level when possible.
Supervise and assess student nurses / student midwives and foster a clinical learning environment
Participate in the development and review of clinic protocols and information leaflets
Provide the patient family and/or carer with appropriate information and other supportive interventions to increase their knowledge skill and confidence in managing their condition.
Contribute to the design development and implementation of education programmes and resources for the patient family and/or carer in relation to their care thus empowering them to self-manage their condition.
Provide mentorship and preceptorship for nursing colleagues as appropriate.
Participate in training programmes for nursing MDT colleagues and key stakeholders as appropriate
Be responsible for addressing own continuing professional development needs.

Audit & Research Role

Establish and maintain a register of patients with a diagnosis of Endometriosis within Clinical Nurse Specialist caseload.
Maintain a record of clinically relevant data aligned to National Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as directed and advised by the Director of Nursing.
Participate in collaborative research projects that improve the quality of care and Health outcome for women.
Participate in audit activities to assess and monitor the quality of care. Assist in the implementation of change based on the findings
Audit own caseload and participate in the annual evaluation feedback results.
Provide patient satisfaction data quality of life data and patient flow data e.g. ED avoidance.
Provide data on numbers attending service patient outcomes OPD attendance and clinic data attendance.
Attendance and active participation at National and International Meetings and workshops.
Participate in collaborative research projects that improve the quality of care and Health outcome.
Participate in audit activities to assess and monitor the quality of care. Assist in the implementation of change based on the findings
Contribute to nursing research.

Consultative Role

Provide leadership in clinical practice and act as a resource and role model for best practice.
Generate and contribute to the development of clinical standards and guidelines and support implementation
Use specialist knowledge to support and enhance generalist nursing practice
Develop collaborative working relationships with local Clinical Nurse Specialists/Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioners /MDT colleagues as appropriate developing person centred care pathways to promote the integrated model of care delivery.
With the support of the Director of Nursing attend integrated care planning meetings as required
Where appropriate develop and maintain relationships with specialist services which support patients in the community.
Liaise with other health service providers in the development and on-going delivery of the National Clinical Programme model of care.
Network with other Clinical Nurse Specialist in the area and in related professional associations.

Information Technology & data

Make the most effective and efficient use of developments in information technology for both patient care and administrative support in a manner which integrates well with systems throughout the organisation.

Collect interpret and present data and information on the Departments activities staffing and expenditure as required.

Health & Safety

All employees must comply with the Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.
Comply with relevant Health and Safety responsibilities as outlined in Hospital Polices Protocols and Procedures relevant to your area.
Take reasonable care to protect your own safety health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work

Hygiene / Infection prevention and control

All employees have responsibility for Hygiene awareness. Hygiene is defined as The practice that serves to keep people and environments clean and prevent infection.
All employees also have a responsibility under their terms of employment to prevent transmission of infection and to follow the hospital infection control policies and guidelines as outlined in the Infection Control Manual.
All employees must be aware that they work in an area where there is potential for transmission of infection.
All employees have a responsibility to follow hand hygiene guidelines as this is the single most important intervention to prevent the transmission of infection

Quality safety and risk management

Support the delivery of the Quality Safety and Risk Management Programme including the appropriate identification and management of risks and incidents throughout the hospital.

Confidentiality

You will be aware of the confidential nature of Hospital work and in particular the right of patients to confidentiality. To this end you will not discuss workings of the Hospital or its patients or disclose any information of a confidential nature except as required to do so in the course of your work. No records documents or property of the Hospital may be removed from the premises of the Hospital without prior authorisation. You must return to the Hospital upon request and in any event upon the termination of your employment all documents or other property of the Hospital which are in your possession or under your control.

Data Management

Ensure compliance with the obligations required by the Data Protection Act 2018.

Development of Hospital Groups

The Hospital Structure is currently under review and therefore reporting relationships may change. The development of Hospital Groups may require the post-holder to adopt a different reporting relationship and additional accountabilities. Full consultation will take place in advance of any such change.

NOTE: The extent and speed of change in the delivery of health care is such that adaptability is essential at this level of appointment. The appointee will be required to maintain enhance and develop their knowledge skills and aptitudes necessary to respond to this changing environment. He/she will also be required to participate in and support the Hospitals Digital transformation strategy which may impact work processes and role profiles in the future. The Job Description must therefore be regarded as an outline of the major areas of accountability at the present time which will be reviewed and assessed on an on-going basis as advancements and developments evolve.

GENERAL

Applications can be submitted on-line at by completing the application form and attaching your CV.

Candidates should be aware that when applying for a post through the On-Line Application System (Candidate Manager) they will receive an automated replying acknowledging receipt of their application. Should you for any reason not receive this automated acknowledgement you should notify the Human Resources Department before the closing date otherwise your application will not be considered.

Closing Date: Before close of business on: 5th May 2026

Informal enquiries to Amy Loughlin (CNM3 Womens Health) (Perioperative Directorate - Telephone (01)or email

All candidates should note that in order to maintain a timely process the closing date and time for receipt of applications will be strictly adhered to

Required Experience:

JOB DESCRIPTION Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS / Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS Endometriosis servicePart time - Permanent Reference No: 04.016 (2026) PURPOSE OF THE ROLEA key piece of work for the National Womens and Infants Health Programme was to enhance and expand endometrio...