Clinical Nurse Manager – Medically Supervised Injecting Facility (MSIF)
Dublin, Ireland
Full Time & Part Time Available
€54,633 – €60,220
Job Title
Clinical Nurse Manager – Medically Supervised Injecting Facility (MSIF)
Responsible For
Oversight of the day-to-day operation of the Medically Supervised Injecting Facility.
Reports to
Deputy Head of Clinical Services
Objective
To support the development of the MSIF service and effectively lead and support a multidisciplinary team in delivering safe, high-quality care for all service users.
Hours
37.5 hours per week, Monday – Sunday
Main Responsibilities
Operational Service Delivery
- Responsible for the day-to-day running of the MSIF in line with service standards and organisational ethos
- Act as part of the nursing team in a supervisory capacity and escalation point for staff while actively participating in service delivery
- Provide line management, supervision, and support to staff, ensuring safe and appropriate practice within scope of role
- Promote and embed a trauma-informed approach across all aspects of service delivery
- Maintain a visible leadership presence within the service, providing direct client care and support when required
- Oversee effective resource management, including planning, communication, and implementation of operational rotas
Clinical / Professional
- Coordinate assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care for service users in line with service standards
- Deliver nursing care in accordance with professional clinical guidelines, HSE standards, organisational policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
- Provide direct care and support to clients as required
- Ensure all staff adhere to overdose management protocols
- Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics, and legislative compliance
Health and Safety
- Take a lead role in ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff, and visitors
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies and procedures including health and safety, infection control, and controlled drug management
- Ensure timely completion of incident reports and health and safety documentation
- Maintain health and safety standards in line with organisational requirements and attend relevant committee meetings
Leadership
- Develop and implement strategies to support staff wellbeing, retention, and performance
- Lead and motivate staff in a culture of dignity, respect, and inclusivity
- Support and supervise staff using the agreed performance management framework in collaboration with People and Culture functions
- Ensure staffing rotas meet operational needs and comply with employment legislation
Collaboration
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, senior management, and external partners to deliver a high-quality service
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with community-based agencies to support client access to services
- Participate as part of the Riverbank leadership team, fostering a supportive and integrated working environment across all services in the building
- Engage with peer representatives to ensure client voice, choice, and empowerment remain central to service delivery
Reporting and Oversight
- Implement service policies and support regular review of procedures
- Attend MSIF clinical oversight meetings and provide updates and service reports
- Contribute to regular service activity reporting and respond to ad hoc information requests
- Participate in service reviews and implement agreed improvements
- Ensure appropriate financial controls are maintained and the service operates within budget
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client databases, IT systems, and records
- Support ongoing implementation and development of the MSIF
Person Specification
The ideal candidate will have:
- Registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (or eligibility for registration)
- Third-level nursing qualification
- Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, including 2 years in a low-threshold setting
- At least 2 years’ experience in team leadership and management
- Strong understanding of organisational effectiveness and service delivery
- Knowledge of substance misuse, mental health, and trauma-informed care approaches
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
- Ability to motivate teams and work on own initiative
- Ability to build effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, including people with lived and living experience
- Strong commitment to trauma-informed principles
- Excellent IT skills, including MS Office (particularly Excel), and experience with data systems/CRM analysis
- Experience in budget management and financial oversight
- Strong commitment to service values and development
Apply in confidence, by emailing an up-to-date CV to hazel.flannery@cplhealthcare.com
