HSE Dublin and North East is recruiting a Staff Nurse – Mental Health to deliver high-quality, person-centred mental health care across services in Louth and Meath. This permanent role offers stability, structured career progression, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within multidisciplinary teams.
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Key Responsibilities
• Deliver evidence-based mental health nursing care in line with HSE policies
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, care planning, and evaluation
• Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary mental health teams
• Support service users and families with recovery-focused interventions
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reports
• Promote safeguarding, dignity, and patient advocacy
• Participate in continuous professional development and training
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registration as a Nurse (Mental Health) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
• Demonstrated competence in mental health nursing practice
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Access to appropriate transport, as the role involves frequent travel
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with HSE Staff Nurse Mental Health consolidated pay scales (August 2025 rates apply)
• Incremental salary progression and pension scheme
• Annual leave and public sector sick leave entitlements
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Full-time, permanent working hours
Location & Employer Information
This role is based across mental health services in County Louth and County Meath, within the HSE Dublin and North East region. The HSE provides comprehensive community and acute mental health services, supporting recovery-focused care in diverse settings.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted through the official HSE careers portal
Informal Enquiries:
Edel Kerrane, Assistant Director of Nursing
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 041 980 5800
Last Day to Apply: 21 January 2026 at 17:00
