Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS /Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist -Gynaecology Nurse Sonographer

JOB DESCRIPTION

Clinical Nurse Specialist CNS / Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist cCNS

Gynaecology Nurse Sonographer

Part time – Permanent

Reference Number: 05\.031 (2026\)

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The purpose of the role of a gynaecology nurse sonographer is to provide specialist ultrasound care for women with reproductive and gynaecological health needs, combining advanced imaging skills with holistic nursing care.

The key elements of this post are:

The CNS/cCNS nurse sonographer performs and reports ultrasound scans to assess conditions affecting the female reproductive system, including:

• Ovarian cysts or torsions


• Adnexal masses


• Uterine fibroids


• Endometriosis


• Early pregnancy concerns (e.g., ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage)


• Abnormal uterine bleeding


• Uterine malignancies


• Cervical malignancies

The gynaecology nurse sonographer routinely performs both transabdominal and transvaginal ultrasound, the purpose is to provide accurate, timely diagnostic information to guide treatment decisions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Each candidate must on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office \-:

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)* Be registered in the General Division of the active register held by Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or 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 year post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 year full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made.


• Have a minimum of 1 year experience or aggregate of 1 year 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.

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.

OR* Have a minimum of 1 year post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 year full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made.

• Have a minimum of 1 year experience or aggregate of 1 year full time experience in the specialist area of care to which they are applying.

OR* If the applicant does not have the relevant specialist experience, they will be supported to attain one years’ clinical specialist experience.

• 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.

OR

• If the applicant does not have the relevant specialist experience, the applicant will be supported to undertake the required post graduate education as relevant to the specialist area.


• All of the above must be achieved within two years from start of employment for this pathway.

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.


• 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 2015Schedule 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 child’s 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 https://www.tusla.ie/children\-first. 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 OFFICE1\. The appointment is part\-time 18\.75 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 is:

Clinical Nurse Specialist: €62,078 by 11 increments to €78,443 incl. 1 LSI

Candidate Clinical Nurse Specialist: €57,208 by 8 increments to €67,372

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/cCnswill perform such duties as are outlined in this job description.

5\. Hours of work:

Normal working hours are 37\.5 worked over 7 days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change 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:

Annua

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