Tipperary University Hospital is seeking experienced and dedicated Staff Nurses, Registered Midwives, and Children’s Nurses for the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU). This is a permanent wholetime opportunity within a dynamic neonatal care environment, offering the chance to contribute meaningfully to high-quality patient care across the HSE Dublin and South East region.
Job Overview
This Staff Nurse SCBU role in Tipperary University Hospital focuses on delivering specialised neonatal and paediatric care within a supportive and clinically advanced setting. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing critical care to newborns while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
This is an excellent opportunity for nurses or midwives with neonatal or paediatric intensive care experience to advance their career within one of Ireland’s leading public healthcare systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing and midwifery care within the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU)
- Monitor, assess, and respond to the clinical needs of neonates and infants
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Support and guide families through neonatal care pathways
- Manage and coordinate resources effectively within the unit
- Maintain accurate patient records and adhere to clinical governance standards
- Participate in continuous professional development and training initiatives
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies and HSE guidelines
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Registered in General Nurse, Children’s Nurse, or Midwives Division
- Demonstrated experience in neonatal nursing, paediatric intensive care, or SCBU
- Strong clinical decision-making and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to delivering patient-centred care
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary: Competitive pay in line with HSE salary scales
- Permanent wholetime contract
- Access to HSE pension scheme
- Annual leave entitlement and public sector benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive and structured clinical environment
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in Tipperary University Hospital, located in Clonmel, serving a large and diverse population across South Tipperary and surrounding regions. The hospital is part of the HSE Dublin and South East health region, offering integrated acute and specialist services.
Working within this environment provides exposure to a broad range of neonatal and paediatric cases, supporting both clinical excellence and professional growth in a well-resourced public healthcare setting.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted via the official recruitment platform:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/97067
Please note that email applications will not be accepted. Candidates are advised to apply using supported browsers such as Firefox, Google Chrome, or Microsoft Edge.
Informal Enquiries:
Ms. Maggie Dowling
Director of Midwifery
Tipperary University Hospital
Tel: 052 6171276
Mobile: 087 3698113
Email: Maggie.dowling@hse.ie
Recruitment Enquiries:
Ms. Jenny Kennedy
Tel: 052-6191390
Email: jenny.kennedy@hse.ie
Last Day to Apply: 18 May 2026 at 05:00 PM
