The Health Service Executive (HSE) is seeking applications for the role of Staff Nurse General (Community) within the CARE Virtual Ward in Donegal. This permanent, wholetime position offers an exciting opportunity to deliver patient-centered care in the community as part of an integrated team serving HSE West and North West.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide general nursing care to patients within the community setting as part of the CARE Virtual Ward model.
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based care that supports chronic disease management and early discharge initiatives.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care across acute and community services.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualised care plans.
• Support patients and families in managing conditions at home, promoting independence and recovery.
• Participate in quality improvement and service development initiatives.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with An Bord Altranais (NMBI) or eligible for registration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in community nursing or chronic disease management desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.
• Full, clean driving licence required.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• HSE Consolidated Salary Scales (effective 1 August 2025): Staff Nurse (Community) €38,592–€56,201 per annum, plus allowances as applicable.
• Permanent, wholetime post with standard public sector pension and leave entitlements.
• Access to continuing professional development (CPD) and internal training programmes.
Location & Employer Information
Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE) – HSE West and North West Region.
Location: Donegal, Republic of Ireland.
The HSE is Ireland’s national public health service, providing healthcare and social services across the country through hospital, community, and integrated care settings.
Application Details
Reference: N0202025
Closing Date: 26 November 2025 at 12:00 noon
Apply via: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/88545/
Informal Enquiries: Claire McRory – Operational Team Lead, Chronic Disease Management, Tel: 074 910 9250 / Email: [email protected]
Proposed Interview Date: As soon as possible after the closing date.
