Transform healthcare delivery with innovative Virtual Ward technology at St Lukes General Hospital Kilkenny – Join our pioneering Clinical Nurse Manager 2 team leading digital healthcare transformation in Ireland’s most advanced remote patient monitoring service.
About the Role
We’re seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager 2 specializing in Virtual Ward operations to lead our groundbreaking remote patient care service at St Lukes General Hospital, Kilkenny. This permanent wholetime position offers the opportunity to revolutionize healthcare delivery by managing hospital-level care in patients’ homes using cutting-edge digital monitoring technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Virtual Ward operations ensuring seamless delivery of hospital-level care to patients in their home environment
- Manage remote patient monitoring systems including digital devices, smartphones, and healthcare technology platforms
- Coordinate multidisciplinary healthcare teams providing virtual care services across the HSE Dublin and South East region
- Develop and implement virtual care protocols ensuring patient safety and clinical excellence in remote healthcare delivery
- Monitor patient outcomes and satisfaction in Virtual Ward programs, maintaining high standards of care quality
- Collaborate with hospital teams to facilitate faster patient discharge and prevent unnecessary hospital admissions
- Provide clinical leadership in digital health innovation and virtual care best practices
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Registered General Nurse with current NMBI registration
- Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience with at least 2 years in supervisory or management role
- Post-registration qualification in nursing management or related healthcare discipline
- Experience with digital health technologies and remote patient monitoring systems preferred
- Strong leadership and communication skills for managing virtual healthcare teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Specialist experience in Virtual Ward or remote patient care delivery
- Knowledge of HSE policies and healthcare technology implementations
- Training in digital health platforms and remote monitoring devices
- Experience in quality improvement and clinical governance in virtual care settings
What We Offer
- Competitive HSE Clinical Nurse Manager 2 salary scale (€60,854 – €76,897 as per current HSE pay scales)
- Comprehensive benefits package including public service pension scheme
- Professional development opportunities in cutting-edge digital healthcare technologies
- Career advancement pathways within Ireland’s largest healthcare organization
- Flexible working arrangements supporting work-life balance
- Access to specialized training in Virtual Ward operations and remote patient monitoring
About St Lukes General Hospital
St Lukes General Hospital Kilkenny is a leading healthcare facility within the HSE Dublin and South East region, serving counties Kilkenny, Carlow, and surrounding areas. Our Virtual Ward service represents the future of healthcare delivery, providing hospital-quality care in the comfort of patients’ homes while reducing healthcare costs and improving patient outcomes.
Ready to Apply?
Join our innovative Virtual Ward team and lead the transformation of healthcare delivery in Kilkenny. This exciting Clinical Nurse Manager 2 position offers the chance to pioneer virtual healthcare services while making a real difference in patient care.
Application deadline: October 3rd, 2025 at 5:00 PM
For recruitment process enquiries, contact Mark O’Connor, Human Resources Department, St. Luke’s Hospital Kilkenny at mark.oconnor8@hse.ie or 056 7717158.
For role-specific information, contact Brid Crennan, Assistant Director of Nursing at brid.crennan@hse.ie or 087 7149272.
