Cork University Hospital (CUH), part of HSE South West, is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate to join our specialized Children’s Complex Disabilities team in Wilton, Cork. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver expert paediatric nursing care in a leading Irish hospital, with both permanent and specified purpose contracts available.
About the Role
This specialized Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate position focuses on providing advanced nursing care to children with complex disabilities at Cork University Hospital. You’ll work as part of a multidisciplinary team, delivering evidence-based care and supporting children and their families through complex health challenges.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver specialized nursing assessment and interventions for children with complex disabilities
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including consultants, therapists, and social workers
- Develop and implement individualized care plans for paediatric patients with complex needs
- Provide clinical leadership and expert advice on children’s complex disability management
- Support and educate families in managing complex care requirements at home
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Engage in continuous professional development and evidence-based practice in paediatric complex care
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements:
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- Registered Children’s Nurse (RSCN) qualification
- Minimum 3 years post-registration experience in paediatric nursing
- Demonstrated experience working with children with complex disabilities or complex healthcare needs
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with children and families
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
Preferred Qualifications:
- Post-graduate qualification in paediatric nursing or related specialty
- Experience in acute hospital paediatric settings
- Knowledge of child protection procedures and family-centered care approaches
- Previous work with multidisciplinary teams in complex care environments
What We Offer
- Competitive HSE salary scale: €56,081 – €66,045 per annum (8 incremental points, effective March 2025)
- Permanent or specified purpose wholetime contract options
- Comprehensive HSE benefits package including pension scheme
- Professional development opportunities and support for specialist training
- Access to Clinical Nurse Specialist Candidate development pathway
- Working in a leading university teaching hospital with cutting-edge facilities
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Work-life balance with structured working arrangements
Ready to Apply?
Applications should be submitted through our Rezoomo recruitment platform. Please complete the application form thoroughly, ensuring you address all essential requirements. Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date, with candidates typically receiving at least two weeks’ notice.
For informal enquiries about this position, contact: Diarmuid Nolan, Assistant Director of Nursing Email: diarmuid.nolan@hse.ie | Phone: 087 3653102
Application Deadline: 13th October 2025, 12:00 PM
