Title: National Education Lead in Neurology Nursing
Department: FutureNeuro Research Centre for Translational Brain Science, RCSI
Tenure: Specified purpose contract for 12 months
Working Hours: Full-time. Flexible working option normally within the hours of 08.00 to 17.00 Monday to Friday, as agreed.
Location: Dept of Neurology, Beaumont Hospital (main location), FutureNeuro Research Centre, RCSI, 123, St Stephens Green (secondary location). This position allows for an element of hybrid working.
Reporting to: Director of FutureNeuro Centre, RCSI (or designate) with indirect reporting to Deputy Head of School of Nursing, RCSI (or designate, for academic matters) and Prof Orla Hardiman, Consultant Neurologist, Beaumont Hospital (for clinical matters).
Salary: At the level of Director of Nursing, Band 5, point 1 depending on experience.
Proposed Start Date: June 2025
Background for Role
The Model of Care of the National Clinical Programme for Neurology has identified the need to expand the Neurology specialist healthcare workforce to respond to the chronicity of neurological conditions and navigate patients through primary, secondary, and tertiary care for optimal outcomes. A priority is to build capacity within Neurology clinics and Nurse-led outpatient and outreach clinics for neurological conditions, with clinical governance through the Neurological Hubs across the country. Through a collaborative effort between the National Clinical Programme, RCSI School of Nursing and Midwifery, the FutureNeuro centre, and Irish Neurology Nurses Forum representatives, a new Post Graduate Diploma (level 9) in neurology nursing is currently being developed and planned for delivery by RCSI from Autumn 2025.
Funding has been provided for this temporary post through the NMPDU, HSE North Dublin to progress this project. This project will require close coordination between sites, education centres, the RCSI School of Nursing and Midwifery, the Dept. of Neurology, Beaumont Hospital, the Irish Neurology Nursing Forum, and a representative from the National Clinical Programme of Neurology (Prof. Orla Hardiman).
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
The National Education Lead in Neurology Nursing will establish and manage the clinical training element of the Post Graduate Diploma in Neurology working closely with RCSI School of Nursing and Midwifery. Key duties include:
Project Management
* Project manage the clinical aspects of the delivery of the course at a national level engaging with relevant stakeholders across the health service.
* Develop project plan and timelines to deliver this project to ensure the course is rolled-out within the coming academic year.
* Communicate updates and milestones as per project plan with the main stakeholders.
* Build working relationships at a national level to support the delivery of the course and to create a plan to support future course candidates.
* Identify channels and opportunities to promote the course nationally.
* Support applications for additional funding if necessary.
* Facilitate ongoing evaluation and improvement processes.
Support Course Development
* Provide input to RCSI School of Nursing and Midwifery for course development, if required.
* Support necessary course approval submissions and accreditation in collaboration with School of Nursing and Midwifery and nurse leadership in the participating sites, where required.
* Manage planning, coordination and engagement with educational leads across the country to advance the programme in consultation with Regional Co-ordinator for Continuing Nurse Education and Development and Centres of Nurse Education and the RCSI School of Nursing and Midwifery.
* Collaborate with FutureNeuro and other clinician scientists to identify Year 2 research thesis projects.
* Provide leadership input on neurology education issues appropriate to the programme.
Professional/Personal Development
* Maintain knowledge of relevant nursing literature, recent nursing research and new developments in neurology nursing practice, management and education.
* Identify and participate in activities that enhance the post holder's performance of the role.
Specialist & Advanced Practice
* Advise and signpost in relation to evidence-based practice and models of care in order to support the development of appropriate standards of care.
* Facilitate the expansion of nursing roles to develop clinical capacity to meet current and future population healthcare needs in an effective and efficient way.
* Facilitate the sharing of practice-based initiatives across the neurology nursing services.
* Support academic and clinical course coordinators in the application of NMBI, HSE codes and policies of practice, into professional practice.
Research
* Be conversant with research and initiatives in neurology nursing practice.
* Promote research awareness, application to practice within the services and participation by nursing staff in nursing research.
Professional Qualifications (Mandatory)
* Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the General Nursing Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
* Have successfully achieved a National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major academic Level 9 or has proven equivalent experience in one of the following areas: Health Care, Quality Improvement, Risk Management, Health and Safety or Leadership and Management.
Knowledge and Experience Requirements
* Proven experience in project management involving multiple locations and stakeholders in either development of health-care services or development of training and education programmes.
* Experience in the development of educational programmes in Neurology, and in management of implementation of new nurse-led services in Neurology would be a distinct advantage.
* Demonstrate experience of quality improvement programmes or evaluation of programmes.
* Demonstrate knowledge of structures/development within the HSE both at local and national level.
* Be fully conversant with the Requirement & Standards for Nurse Registration Education Programmes of Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann and other relevant publications that impact on Nurse Education, Training, Learning and Professional Development.
* Demonstrate knowledge of post-graduate nursing programmes and the clinical experiences required to meet the needs of the programme and students.
* Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role.
* Demonstrate knowledge of clinical research and evidence-based practice skills.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills across a wide range of stakeholders.
* Demonstrate the ability to effectively collate information and prepare professional reports.
* Demonstrate evidence of planning/organisational skills, including time management and the ability to use his/her own initiative.
* Demonstrate excellent problem solving, analytical and decision making skills.
* Proven leadership and management experience.
* Demonstrate ability to motivate self and others.
* Proven experience of building cross-functional working relations at a national level.
* Interpersonal skills required to integrate as part of a diverse research team.
* Good IT skills including Microsoft Office (particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
Application Process
Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal before the closing date with your CV and cover letter.
Interview date: Potentially April 14th / 15th (subject to interview panel and candidate availability)
Employee Benefits
RCSI make sure you have the resources you need to thrive by offering a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and well-being and ensuring your financial future. Below are some additional benefits available to you as an RCSI employee:
* Minimum of 20 days annual leave, plus an additional 6.5 Privilege days.
* Flexible/hybrid working options for colleagues across many roles.
* Additional leave options incl. paid maternity leave, paternity/parental leave, study leave.
* 7% Employer pension contribution.
* Onsite gym €10 per/mth incl. classes and PT sessions.
* Childcare support 20% discount at Giraffe.
* Free eye test and annual flu vaccination.
* TaxSaver commuter tickets and Bike to Work schemes.
* Competitively priced café and restaurant.
* Equality, Diversity & Inclusion forums, and network groups.
* Employee assistance programme with Spectrum Life.
* Learning and Development training programmes incl. LinkedIn Learning for career progression.
* Discounted services incl. GP visits, 10% off dental, staff parking, mobile tariffs, Group Scheme discount on numerous brands.
* Sports and social club incl. yoga, Pilates, fitness classes, Zumba, running club, social evenings, Summer BBQ.
* Ticket Draws for events including; Rugby, Taste of Dublin, Dublin Horse Show, theatre, music & comedy events.
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