An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Medical) at Bantry General Hospital, a key acute hospital within HSE South West. This role offers experienced nurses the chance to lead, develop, and inspire clinical teams while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care in a supportive hospital environment.
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Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage nursing staff within the medical department
• Ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and evidence-based patient care
• Support clinical governance, quality improvement, and risk management
• Manage staffing resources, rostering, and daily operational requirements
• Promote professional development, mentorship, and performance management
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, HIQA standards, and best practice guidelines
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Current registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) Register (General Division)
• Minimum post-registration clinical experience as per HSE CNM1 criteria
• Demonstrated leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Experience in an acute medical setting is essential
• Ability to manage change and support service development
• Strong commitment to continuous professional development
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary Scale (HSE Consolidated Pay Scales – effective 1 August 2025):
€56,642 – €66,705 per annum (Clinical Nurse Manager 1 – Grade 2127)
Benefits Include:
• Permanent whole-time employment
• Public service pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and sick leave entitlements
• Ongoing training, education, and career progression within the HSE
Location & Employer Information
Bantry General Hospital is a well-established acute hospital serving West Cork and surrounding regions. As part of HSE South West, the hospital provides a wide range of medical and surgical services and is known for its strong community focus, multidisciplinary teamwork, and commitment to patient-centred care.
Application Details
• Application Method: Complete the official application form via the HSE Rezoomo recruitment portal
• Reference Number: BGHN90197
• Closing Date: 7 January 2026 at 12:00 PM
• Interviews: Held as soon as possible after the closing date (minimum two weeks’ notice, unless exceptional circumstances apply)
• Informal Enquiries:
Andrea Kelleher, Interim Assistant Director of Nursing
Email: [email protected] | Tel: 027 52993
Official job documentation (Job Specification & Application Form) is available on the application page and should be read carefully before applying.
