University Hospital Limerick is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (CNM2) to join its Colorectal Cancer Co-ordination service in a specified purpose, wholetime capacity. This is a significant leadership role within one of Ireland’s largest acute hospital groups, offering a skilled nurse manager the opportunity to shape and co-ordinate cancer care pathways for patients across the HSE Mid West region.
Role Overview
As CNM2 Colorectal Cancer Co-ordinator, you will provide clinical leadership and management for the delivery of colorectal cancer nursing services at University Hospital Limerick. You will act as a pivotal point of contact for patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team, co-ordinating care across the full colorectal cancer patient pathway — from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. The post carries a strong strategic dimension, requiring engagement with cancer service planning, quality improvement, and cross-site collaboration within the Limerick, Tipperary, and Clare health region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the nursing component of colorectal cancer co-ordination services at University Hospital Limerick, ensuring patient-centred, evidence-based care delivery.
- Act as the primary nursing contact for colorectal cancer patients, guiding them through diagnosis, treatment planning, and onward care transitions.
- Co-ordinate activity within the multidisciplinary team, supporting timely decision-making and consistent care standards.
- Monitor and evaluate service quality, contributing to audit, governance, and cancer service reporting requirements.
- Provide clinical supervision, support, and leadership to nursing staff involved in cancer care delivery.
- Develop and maintain relationships with community services, specialist teams, and external stakeholders to support seamless patient journeys.
- Participate in service planning, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives at ward, department, and hospital level.
Requirements
- Registered nurse on the active Register of Nurses and Midwives held by NMBI (or eligible for registration).
- Have the clinical, managerial, and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
- A minimum of 5 years post-registration experience (or equivalent), with relevant experience in oncology, surgical, or colorectal nursing desirable.
- Demonstrated leadership ability and experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Strong communication, organisational, and patient advocacy skills.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
Salary
€62,078 – €76,159 per annum (HSE Clinical Nurse Manager 2 scale, 10-point scale, plus 1 LSI of €78,443 where applicable), based on the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales effective 1 February 2026.
Location
University Hospital Limerick is the principal acute hospital for the HSE Mid West, serving a catchment population across Limerick, Tipperary, and Clare. It is part of UL Hospitals Group and functions as a major regional centre for specialist services including cancer care. This post is based in Limerick city and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to colorectal cancer services at one of Ireland’s busiest and most developed hospital campuses.
Contract
Specified Purpose, Wholetime. This post is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via Rezoomo. Please click the link below to access the full job description and apply.
For informal enquiries about the role, contact Ms. Jean Sheehan, Assistant Director of Nursing Peri-Op, University Hospital Limerick: jean.sheehan1@hse.ie | Tel: 087 623 1504
For recruitment process enquiries, contact: UHLRecruitment@hse.ie
Reference: HSEMW17826
