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Toghermore House, Togher More, Tuam, Co. Galway, IrelandCHW050 Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare WestGalway, IrelandPermanent, Full timeWho We AreCommunity Healthcare West delivers primary & community care, mental health, older persons, disability and health & wellbeing services across Galway City & County, Mayo & Roscommon. Community Healthcare Services focus on keeping you well so that you can continue to live at home or close to home through our health promotion, disease screening, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation programs.DescriptionDirector of Public Health NursingJob Specification & Terms and ConditionsJob Title and GradeDirector of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare WestCampaign ReferenceCHW050-DPHNCHW-202Closing DateTuesday 17th September 2024 at 12 noonProposed Interview Date (s)As soon as possible following the closing dateTaking up AppointmentA start date will be indicated at job offer stage.Location of PostPrimary Care Services, Community Health Care WestThere is currently one permanent wholetime vacancy available in:The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises.A panel may be created as a result of this campaign for Primary Care Services, Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration for the post of Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare West may be filled.Informal EnquiriesEmma Naughton, General Manager Primary Care GalwayThe Public Health Nursing Service is a generalist nursing service underpinned by the principles and values of primary care and public health, including those of equity, accountability and evidence based nursing care, working to public policy agenda and reform.Principal Duties and ResponsibilitiesLeadership & AccountabilityThe Director of Public Health Nursing will:Provide strategic and clinical leadership and direction for community health nursing and related services.Develop a shared sense of commitment and participation amongst staff in the management of change.Develop, maintain and review the community nursing organisational structure.Be responsible for strategy, policy and practice development.Liaise with other service managers on significant developments.Assign responsibility to the Assistant Directors of Public Health Nursing.Eligibility CriteriaQualifications and/or experience(a) Candidates must have at the latest date of application:Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the Public Health Nursing Division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives.Have 10 years nursing experience, including 5 in Public Health Nursing and 5 at the level of Assistant Director of Public Health Nursing or equivalent.Have successfully completed a post registration programme of study with a Level 8 or higher award.(b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability for the proper discharge of the duties.Other requirements specific to the postAccess to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role, as post will involve frequent travel.Skills, competencies and/or knowledgeProfessional knowledge and experience, strategic thinking, establishing policy, communication skills, and a developmental approach to staff are essential.Campaign Specific Selection ProcessA ranking and/or shortlisting exercise may be carried out based on the information supplied in your application form.Diversity, Equality and InclusionThe HSE is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating a positive working environment.Director of Public Health Nursing, Community Healthcare WestTerms and Conditions of EmploymentThe current vacancy is permanent and wholetime. These posts are pensionable.RemunerationThe Salary Scale (as at 01/06/2024) for the post is:Working WeekThe standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage.SuperannuationThis is a pensionable position with the HSE.Protection of Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998As this post is designated under the Act, you will receive full information on your responsibilities upon appointment.Health & SafetyLine managers are responsible for integrating safety, health, and welfare into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility.Ethics in Public Office 1995 and 2001Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale are designated under the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995. #J-18808-Ljbffr