Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Medical) – Galway University Hospital – Galway

Reference: G11663
Category: Nursing & Midwifery
Grade: Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (2119)
Contract: Permanent, Whole-Time
Employer: Health Service Executive
Location: St Dominic’s Ward, Galway University Hospital, County Galway
Health Region: HSE West and North West
Closing Date: 09 January 2026 at 10:00

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Job Overview

An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Medical) at Galway University Hospital. This permanent whole-time role is based in St Dominic’s Ward, providing a chance to lead and develop high-quality medical nursing services within a major acute teaching hospital. The role suits an experienced medical nurse ready to progress into senior clinical management.

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and professional leadership within the medical ward
• Manage nursing resources to deliver safe, effective, patient-centred care
• Support and supervise nursing staff, promoting professional development
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, clinical governance, and quality standards
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient outcomes
• Participate in service planning, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Contribute to workforce planning, rostering, and performance management

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Required Skills & Qualifications

• Registered Nurse on the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
• Significant post-registration experience in medical nursing
• Demonstrated depth and breadth of clinical and leadership experience relevant to the CNM2 role
• Strong communication, organisational, and people-management skills
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage change in a clinical environment
• Eligibility to work in Ireland

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Salary, Benefits & Working Hours

• Salary Scale: Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Grade 2119), in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales (effective 1 August 2025)
– Approx. €61,463 – €77,666 per annum (LSIs apply)
• Permanent whole-time contract
• Public service pension scheme
• Generous annual leave and sick leave entitlements
• Access to ongoing education, training, and career development opportunities

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Location & Employer Information

Galway University Hospital is part of the Saolta University Health Care Group and is one of Ireland’s leading acute teaching hospitals, providing a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services. Located in Galway city, the hospital offers an excellent working environment with strong links to education, research, and multidisciplinary collaboration within the Health Service Executive (HSE).

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Application Details

• Closing Date: 09 January 2026 at 10:00
• Interview Date: To be held as soon as possible after closing date (minimum one week’s notice where possible)
• Informal Enquiries (Role):
– Sharon Fahy, Assistant Director of Nursing
– Email: [email protected] | Tel: 087 930 5030
• Recruitment Queries: [email protected]
• Official Application Portal:
– https://www.rezoomo.com/job/90348/

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