Cork University Hospital is seeking applications for the position of Clinical Nurse Manager 2 – Bed Manager in Wilton, Cork. This senior nursing leadership opportunity plays a vital role in supporting patient flow, capacity management, and safe, effective care delivery across one of Ireland’s leading acute healthcare facilities.
This Clinical Nurse Manager 2 job in Cork offers experienced nursing professionals the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence within a fast-paced hospital environment while working as part of the HSE South West healthcare network.
Job Overview
The Clinical Nurse Manager 2 – Bed Manager will coordinate and oversee bed management processes to support patient admissions, discharges, and transfers throughout Cork University Hospital. The successful candidate will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimise patient flow, improve service efficiency, and maintain high standards of patient care and operational performance.
This role requires strong clinical leadership, excellent communication skills, and the ability to make informed decisions within a dynamic acute hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate hospital bed management activities to support safe and timely patient care.
- Monitor patient flow across departments and assist with admission and discharge planning.
- Collaborate with nursing, medical, and operational teams to optimise capacity management.
- Provide clinical leadership and operational support within the hospital environment.
- Support effective communication between wards, departments, and senior management teams.
- Ensure compliance with HSE policies, procedures, and patient safety standards.
- Participate in service improvement initiatives and operational planning activities.
- Assist in maintaining efficient utilisation of hospital resources and patient pathways.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered General Nurse with active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Relevant experience within an acute hospital environment.
- Previous nursing management or supervisory experience is highly desirable.
- Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
- Experience in patient flow management or operational coordination is advantageous.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred care.
- Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary will be aligned with the HSE Clinical Nurse Manager 2 pay scale and public sector terms and conditions. This role is available on both Permanent Wholetime and Specified Purpose Wholetime contracts.
Benefits may include access to public sector pension schemes, annual leave entitlements, professional development opportunities, and ongoing training within the HSE South West region.
Working hours will be based on operational requirements within Cork University Hospital.
Location & Employer Information
Based in Wilton, Cork, Cork University Hospital is one of Ireland’s largest acute teaching hospitals and a key healthcare provider within HSE South West. The hospital delivers a broad range of specialist and general medical services while supporting innovation, education, and patient-centred care across the region.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a high-performing clinical environment where nursing leadership and operational coordination directly contribute to patient outcomes and service efficiency.
Application Details
This job opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Please ensure you download, save, and read the Job Specification and Application Form before submitting your application. Candidates are strongly encouraged to review the Job Specification associated with post CUHN96602 before completing the application process.
Applications must be submitted through the Rezoomo recruitment portal:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/97734
Informal enquiries can be directed to:
Helen Cahalane – Director of Nursing
Email: helen.cahalane@hse.ie
Phone: 086 7872211
Proposed interview dates will take place as soon as possible following the closing date. Candidates will normally receive at least two weeks’ notice prior to interview.
Last Day to Apply: 26 May 2026 at 12:00 PM
