Children’s Health Ireland is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNM2 Grade) Dermatology to join its specialist nursing team in Dublin South. This permanent whole-time opportunity offers the chance to lead and advance dermatology nursing services within a nationally recognised paediatric healthcare environment.
This role is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and is advertised under Section 38 on behalf of a publicly funded organisation.
Job Overview
The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNM2) Dermatology will provide expert clinical leadership in dermatology nursing practice. The post holder will support high-quality, evidence-based care delivery while contributing to service development, patient education, and multidisciplinary collaboration across Children’s Health Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide specialist dermatology nursing care within paediatric services.
- Act as a clinical resource and expert advisor to nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop and implement evidence-based care pathways and protocols.
- Support patient and family education in dermatological conditions and treatments.
- Participate in audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives.
- Contribute to staff training, mentorship, and professional development.
- Ensure compliance with professional, regulatory, and organisational standards.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registration as a Nurse on the relevant division of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Minimum experience requirements aligned with Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Grade Code 2119).
- Demonstrated experience in dermatology nursing practice.
- Evidence of continuing professional development in a relevant specialty.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Grade: Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Grade Code 2119).
- Salary Scale (effective 1 August 2025): €61,463 – €77,666 (LSI applicable)
- Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime.
- Public sector pension and incremental salary progression.
- Annual leave and entitlements in line with public health sector agreements.
- Professional development and specialist training opportunities.
Salary is aligned with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales (1 August 2025) and is subject to public sector pay policy.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in Dublin South within the HSE Dublin and Midlands region. Children’s Health Ireland is a leading publicly funded paediatric healthcare provider delivering specialist and tertiary services nationally.
Although advertised by the HSE, this position is with a publicly funded organisation and may have terms and conditions that differ from standard HSE employment.
Application Details
Applications must be submitted online via the official recruitment portal
Applicants should ensure they meet all eligibility and registration requirements prior to submission.
Last Day to Apply: 13 March 2026, 11:45 PM
