Cork University Maternity Hospital is seeking applications for the role of Advanced Nurse Midwife Practitioner Candidate (cANP cAMP) based in Cork. This opportunity offers experienced midwifery professionals the chance to contribute to specialist maternity care services within one of Ireland’s leading maternity hospitals while advancing clinical leadership, patient care standards, and evidence-based practice.
The successful candidate will join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team within HSE South West and play an important role in delivering high-quality maternity services to women and families across the region. This specified purpose wholetime position provides an excellent opportunity for career progression within advanced midwifery practice.
Job Overview
The Advanced Nurse Midwife Practitioner Candidate role focuses on supporting specialist maternity care delivery, enhancing patient outcomes, and contributing to service improvement initiatives within Cork University Maternity Hospital. The successful applicant will work closely with senior nursing and midwifery leadership teams while developing advanced clinical competencies aligned with HSE standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver advanced midwifery care within a specialist maternity setting
- Support women and families through pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care pathways
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Participate in clinical audits, research, and quality improvement initiatives
- Promote evidence-based practice and patient-centred care standards
- Assist with service planning and implementation of maternity care improvements
- Provide professional leadership and support within the midwifery team
- Maintain compliance with HSE policies, procedures, and professional standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered Midwife with relevant professional registration requirements
- Relevant clinical experience within maternity or midwifery services
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to patient safety and high-quality maternity care
- Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Experience supporting evidence-based practice and clinical governance
- Leadership potential and commitment to advanced practice development
- Applicants should carefully review Job Specification CUMHM98040 before applying
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate (General) Grade 2697 pay scale under HSE terms and conditions. The role is offered on a Specified Purpose Wholetime contract basis and includes access to public sector benefits, annual leave entitlements, pension schemes, and professional development opportunities within the HSE.
Working within Cork University Maternity Hospital provides candidates with exposure to a busy and progressive maternity environment committed to excellence in women’s healthcare and continuous professional development.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Cork University Maternity Hospital in Cork, operating within HSE South West. Cork University Maternity Hospital is one of Ireland’s leading maternity care providers, delivering specialist obstetric, midwifery, neonatal, and women’s healthcare services to a large regional population.
Employer Website: https://www.cuh.hse.ie/
Application Details
Reference: CUMHM98040
Please ensure you download, save, and read the Job Specification and Applicant Information Document before completing your application.
Proposed interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will generally receive at least two weeks’ notice of interview unless exceptional circumstances apply.
Informal Enquiries:
- Ms Katie Bourke, Director of Midwifery – Tel: 021 4920500 – Email: Katie.bourke@hse.ie
- Lorraine O’Connor, Assistant Director of Nursing – Tel: 021 4920756 – Email: lorraine.oconnor4@hse.ie
Advertisement Source: HSE South West: Kerry and Cork
Contract Type: Specified Purpose Wholetime
Category: Nursing and Midwifery





