Killarney Community Hospital, part of Older Persons Services within HSE South West, is recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager 3 (Night) to support and lead high-quality care delivery for residents. This permanent wholetime/part-time opportunity offers a senior nursing leadership role within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide clinical leadership and oversight during night shifts across Older Persons Services
• Ensure safe, effective, person-centred care in line with HSE policies and professional standards
• Coordinate staffing levels, manage rosters and support nursing teams
• Monitor clinical risk, incident reporting and escalation procedures
• Contribute to service improvement, quality initiatives and regulatory compliance
• Lead, mentor and develop nursing staff, promoting ongoing professional development
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in audits
• Liaise with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure continuity of care
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with NMBI
• Minimum required post-registration experience for CNM3 grade
• Strong leadership, decision-making and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and team-management ability
• Experience working in Older Persons Services is desirable
• Knowledge of HSE policies, HIQA standards and clinical governance frameworks
• Ability to manage complex clinical situations during night-time hours
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary: Clinical Nurse Manager 3 – Night (Grade 2046) as per Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales effective 1 August 2025
• Employment Type: Permanent wholetime and specified purpose part-time positions available
• Working Pattern: Night duty
• Benefits include HSE pension, paid leave, progression and training supports
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Killarney Community Hospital, Killarney, Co. Kerry, within HSE South West Older Persons Services. The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national public health service, providing acute, community and long-term care services across all regions.
Application Details
Apply online through the official campaign portal
Closing Date: 09 December 2025 at 12:00 midday
Reference: SWNM89107
