HSE Dublin and North East is seeking applications for the position of Staff Nurse Renal based in Cavan. This permanent whole-time opportunity offers experienced and newly qualified nurses the chance to work within a specialist renal dialysis environment, delivering high-quality patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
This Staff Nurse Renal job in Cavan provides an excellent opportunity to build specialist nursing expertise while contributing to essential renal services within the HSE. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting patients undergoing dialysis treatment while promoting clinical excellence, safety, and compassionate care.
Job Overview
The Staff Nurse Renal role involves delivering professional nursing care to patients attending the Renal Dialysis Unit in Cavan. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with nursing management, medical teams, and allied healthcare professionals to maintain high clinical standards and ensure a positive patient experience.
This position is ideal for nurses seeking to develop or expand specialist renal nursing experience within a structured HSE healthcare setting that values patient safety, continuous learning, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to patients receiving renal dialysis treatment.
- Monitor patient conditions and respond appropriately to clinical needs.
- Administer medications and treatments in line with HSE policies and nursing standards.
- Support infection prevention and control procedures within the dialysis unit.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and nursing records.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Promote patient dignity, comfort, and wellbeing at all times.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, education, and professional development activities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Be registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Demonstrate strong clinical nursing knowledge and patient care skills.
- Previous renal or dialysis nursing experience is desirable but not essential.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
- Commitment to professional development and continuous learning.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver compassionate, patient-focused care.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary will be aligned with the HSE Staff Nurse Grade 2135 pay scale and relevant public sector agreements. This is a permanent whole-time position offering competitive pay, public sector benefits, annual leave entitlements, pension scheme access, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialist renal nursing training.
Location & Employer Information
This Staff Nurse Renal position is based in Cavan within the HSE Dublin and North East health region, serving communities across North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Cavan, and Monaghan. The Renal Dialysis Unit plays a critical role in delivering specialised renal care services and supporting patients requiring ongoing dialysis treatment in a professional and patient-focused clinical environment.
Employer: HSE Dublin and North East
Website: https://hse.ie
Application Details
Applications are open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to download, save, and read the official Job Specification before submitting their curriculum vitae.
Informal enquiries can be made to:
- Jacqueline Larkin, CNM2 Renal Dialysis Unit
- Email: Jacqueline.larkin@hse.ie
- Telephone: 0494376322
Proposed interview dates will normally provide candidates with at least one week’s notice, although timelines may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Last Day to Apply: 05 June 2026 at 05:00 PM
