Cork University Maternity Hospital is seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Midwife Manager 2 to support the Neonatal Resuscitation Programme within one of Ireland’s leading maternity care environments. This permanent part-time opportunity offers experienced midwifery professionals the chance to contribute to high-quality neonatal and maternity care while supporting education, clinical leadership, and patient safety standards across the hospital.
This Clinical Midwife Manager 2 role in Cork is ideal for candidates with strong leadership, neonatal care expertise, and a passion for advancing midwifery education and clinical excellence within a busy maternity setting.
Job Overview
The successful candidate will play an important leadership role in supporting the Neonatal Resuscitation Programme at Cork University Maternity Hospital. The position involves clinical coordination, education support, quality assurance, and collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure high standards of neonatal and maternity care are maintained.
Working within HSE South West, the Clinical Midwife Manager 2 will contribute to the ongoing development of safe and evidence-based neonatal resuscitation practices while supporting staff development and patient-centred care initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the delivery and coordination of the Neonatal Resuscitation Programme within Cork University Maternity Hospital
- Provide clinical leadership and guidance to midwifery and multidisciplinary teams
- Promote best practice standards in neonatal and maternity care
- Assist with staff education, mentoring, and professional development initiatives
- Support quality improvement and patient safety programmes
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and reporting standards
- Collaborate with hospital management and education teams to enhance service delivery
- Participate in service planning, audits, and operational improvement activities
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Registered Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Relevant clinical experience within neonatal and maternity services
- Experience in leadership, coordination, or supervisory midwifery roles
- Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge of neonatal resuscitation standards and clinical governance
- Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous quality improvement
- Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Candidates should review the official Job Specification before applying
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
Salary will be aligned with HSE pay scales for the Clinical Midwife Manager 2 Grade (2132). This is a permanent part-time role offering long-term career development opportunities within the public healthcare sector.
- Permanent part-time employment
- Competitive pay and public sector benefits
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and education
- Work within a nationally recognised maternity care environment
- Access to HSE pension and leave entitlements in line with eligibility
Location and Employer Information
This Clinical Midwife Manager 2 position is based at Cork University Maternity Hospital in Cork, operating within HSE South West. Cork University Maternity Hospital is one of Ireland’s busiest maternity hospitals and plays a significant role in delivering specialist maternity, neonatal, and women’s healthcare services across the region.
The hospital environment provides midwifery professionals with the opportunity to contribute to advanced patient care, service innovation, and multidisciplinary clinical collaboration in a highly respected healthcare setting.
Application Details
Applicants are strongly encouraged to download, save, and read the official Job Specification and Applicant Information documents before completing an application.
Recruiter: HSE South West – Kerry and Cork
Informal Enquiries:
- Ms Katie Bourke, Director of Midwifery – Tel: 0214920500 – Email: Katie.bourke@hse.ie
- Ms Mary O Connor, Director of Centre of Midwifery Education – Tel: 021-4920736 – Email: Mary.OConnor3@hse.ie
Apply online: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/97258
Date Posted: 6 May 2026
Proposed interview dates will take place as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally receive at least two weeks’ notice of interview.
Last Day to Apply: 20 May 2026 at 12:00 PM
