Sligo University Hospital is seeking a committed Staff Nurse to join its Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This permanent wholetime role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic acute setting as part of the Health Service Executive (HSE) West and North West region. Candidates from both HSE and non-HSE backgrounds are welcome to apply.
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Key Responsibilities
• Deliver evidence-based nursing care within the ICU environment
• Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions, escalating concerns appropriately
• Operate specialised ICU equipment safely and competently
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes
• Assist in implementing care plans and clinical guidelines
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with NMBI registration
• Previous ICU or acute nursing experience desirable
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making abilities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced critical care setting
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Permanent, wholetime contract
• Salary in line with HSE consolidated pay scales (Nursing & Midwifery grades)
• Access to HSE pension scheme, annual leave, and public-sector benefits
• Full-time roster inclusive of day, night, and weekend shifts
Location & Employer Information
Sligo University Hospital is a key acute facility within the Saolta University Health Care Group, providing specialist and emergency services to the North West.
The hiring organisation is the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ireland’s national public health service.
County: Sligo
Health Region: HSE West and North West
Application Details
Closing date: 12 December 2025 at 12:00
Informal enquiries: Geraldine Lee, CNM3 ICU — [email protected]
Job reference: SLIGO0323
