Wexford General Hospital is seeking an experienced Clinical Nurse Manager 1 Theatre to lead and coordinate perioperative nursing services. This permanent wholetime opportunity offers the chance to play a key leadership role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care within a dynamic acute hospital environment.
As a Clinical Nurse Manager 1 Theatre Wexford, you will support clinical excellence, manage theatre resources effectively, and contribute to continuous service improvement across perioperative services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate daily operations within the theatre department
- Ensure high standards of perioperative patient care and safety
- Supervise, support and mentor nursing and support staff
- Manage staffing rosters and theatre resource allocation
- Ensure compliance with clinical governance and infection prevention standards
- Participate in audit, quality improvement and service development initiatives
- Liaise with multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient flow
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered General Nurse with active NMBI registration
- Minimum required clinical experience in perioperative/theatre nursing
- Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of clinical governance and patient safety standards
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Eligibility to work in Ireland
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary Scale: €56,642 – €66,705 (August 2025 HSE Consolidated Pay Scales)
Grade Code: 2127 – Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (Theatre)
Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime
Benefits include:
• Public sector pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement in line with HSE policy
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Incremental salary progression
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Wexford General Hospital, part of the HSE Dublin and South East health region, serving communities across Tipperary South, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Wexford, Wicklow and part of South Dublin.
The hospital provides a wide range of acute services and plays a vital role in delivering safe and effective surgical care across the region.
Application Details
Reference: WGH202610
Recruitment Advisor: Marcia Billane
Email: Marcia.Billane@hse.ie
Phone: 053-9153279 / 087-3665540
Informal Enquiries:
Grace Nolan, CNM3 Perioperative Services
Email: grace.nolan@hse.ie
Phone: 053 915 3333
Closing Date: 27 February 2026, 3:00 PM
