Sligo University Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Skills Facilitator (Clinical Nurse Manager 2) to support and enhance clinical education within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This permanent, whole-time leadership role offers an excellent opportunity to influence clinical standards, professional development, and patient outcomes in a critical care environment.
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This Clinical Skills Facilitator Sligo role is ideal for a senior ICU nurse with a strong interest in education, governance, and clinical excellence.
Key Responsibilities
• Facilitate and coordinate clinical skills education and competency development within ICU
• Support nursing staff through mentorship, supervision, and practice development
• Lead and support implementation of evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines
• Promote high standards of patient safety, quality care, and clinical governance
• Collaborate with CNM teams, educators, and multidisciplinary colleagues
• Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives
• Support induction, ongoing training, and professional development of nursing staff
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registration as a Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
• Significant post-registration ICU nursing experience
• Demonstrated leadership experience at CNM1/CNM2 level or equivalent
• Qualification or experience in clinical education, training, or practice development
• Strong communication, organisational, and mentoring skills
• Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary:
• Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Grade 2119)
• €61,463 – €77,666 per annum (HSE consolidated pay scale, effective August 2025)
Benefits Include:
• Permanent, whole-time contract
• HSE pension and public service benefits
• Annual leave entitlement in line with HSE policies
• Access to professional development and education supports
Working Hours:
• Whole-time hours in accordance with HSE contractual arrangements
Location & Employer Information
Location: Sligo University Hospital, County Sligo
Sligo University Hospital is a major acute hospital providing a wide range of specialist and emergency services to the North West region. The hospital plays a key role in acute care, education, and clinical training within HSE West and North West.
Employer (Schema): Health Service Executive (HSE)
Application Details
• Closing Date: 12 January 2026 at 12:00
• Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-time
• Reference Number: SLIGO0652
• Application Method: Applications via Rezoomo only
• Please refer to the official job specification attached to the recruitment campaign for full post-specific details.
