Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE) – Mayo University Hospital
Location: Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland
Reference: 101MUH2025
Category: Nursing & Midwifery
Grade Code: 2127
Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime
Health Region: HSE West and North West
Date Posted: 24 October 2025
Closing Date: 03 November 2025 at 12:00 PM
About the Role
Mayo University Hospital (MUH) invites applications for the post of Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Peri Operative Directorate). This permanent, full-time position offers an opportunity to play a key leadership role within the hospital’s surgical and peri-operative services.
As part of the HSE West and North West region, MUH provides acute and elective services to a wide catchment area. The successful candidate will demonstrate depth and breadth of clinical experience in peri-operative care, with strong leadership and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate nursing staff within the Peri Operative Directorate.
- Ensure safe, high-quality, and evidence-based patient care.
- Manage daily theatre operations and support multidisciplinary team collaboration.
- Oversee clinical audits, infection control practices, and staff development.
- Promote adherence to hospital policies, HSE standards, and best practice guidelines.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives in theatre efficiency and patient outcomes.
- Supervise induction and mentorship of new nursing staff.
Required Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) with An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (NMBI).
- Demonstrated peri-operative clinical experience relevant to the role.
- Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in Peri-Operative Nursing, Management, or Clinical Leadership.
- Previous experience in staff supervision or ward management.
What We Offer
- Salary: Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Grade Code 2127)
- €56,642–€66,705 per annum (HSE Consolidated Salary Scales, effective 1 August 2025)
- Public sector pension and leave entitlements.
- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
- Supportive team environment within a leading acute hospital.
Ready to Apply?
Closing Date: 03 November 2025 at 12:00 PM
Proposed Interview Date: 17 November 2025
Informal Enquiries:
- Cheryl Hamilton, CNM3, Peri-Operative Directorate – 087 4313052 | cheryl.hamilton@hse.ie
- Lisa Doherty, CNM3, Peri-Operative Directorate – 087 3409874 | lisa.doherty@hse.ie
