Job Overview
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Cork University Hospital role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist expertise in Acute Haematology Oncology within a leading tertiary hospital setting. Based at Cork University Hospital, this permanent wholetime post supports high-quality, patient-centred care within a dynamic multidisciplinary team.
This position is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and provides a structured pathway towards full Clinical Nurse Specialist accreditation in an acute specialist service.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist nursing care to patients with acute haematological and oncology conditions.
- Support assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans.
- Act as a clinical resource for nursing colleagues and multidisciplinary team members.
- Participate in patient and family education relating to diagnosis, treatment and symptom management.
- Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice.
- Maintain accurate documentation in line with professional and organisational standards.
- Support audit, research activities and ongoing professional development within the service.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered General Nurse with active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Relevant post-registration experience in acute nursing, ideally within haematology or oncology services.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development and specialist practice.
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational abilities.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Grade: Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate (General) 2697.
- Salary: In line with February 2026 HSE consolidated pay scales and Department of Health Circular 1/2025.
- Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime.
- Public sector pension scheme and incremental salary progression.
- Annual leave and public holiday entitlements in accordance with HSE policy.
- Access to structured specialist training and development opportunities.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in Wilton, Cork at Cork University Hospital, part of HSE South West (Kerry and Cork). Cork University Hospital is one of Ireland’s largest acute teaching hospitals, providing a comprehensive range of specialist services and serving a large regional population.
Advertisement Source: HSE South West
Recruiter: HSE South West – Kerry and Cork
Reference: CUHN95487
Category: Nursing and Midwifery
Application Details
Please complete the official application form and submit your application through the Rezoomo recruitment page:
- Apply via Rezoomo Recruitment Portal
- Download, save and carefully read the Job Specification and Application Form available at the bottom of the official advertisement before applying.
Informal Enquiries:
Jane Shanahan – Assistant Director of Nursing
Email: jane.shanahan@hse.ie
Phone: 087 3841436
Last Day to Apply: 13 April 2026 at 12:00 PM
