Quality And Patient Safety Coordinator

Purpose of the role

The purpose of this post is to work with QPS directorate colleagues, clinical directorates and other key staff to support the QPS functions of incident and risk management within CHI, ensuring timely reporting and management of incidents in accordance with the HSE Incident Management Framework, effective risk management processes, fulfilling governance and reporting requirements and supporting the delivery of CHI’s quality and patient safety programme.

Essential Criteria

• A third level qualification (minimum Level 8 on QQI framework) in healthcare, quality, patient safety or related field
• A minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in a healthcare setting
• Good working knowledge of incident and risk management processes, open disclosure, audit, standards and quality improvement within the Irish healthcare setting
• Excellent ICT skills

How to apply and informal enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is 21st September 2026 by 5pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Claire Collins, QPS General Manager at claire.collins@childrenshealthireland.ie

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Taurai Machuwe at Taurai.machuwe@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 and 2027 your information.

• 7th December 2026
• 4th January 2027
• 8th February 2026