Reference: CHW31SLO26
Grade: Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Mental Health) – 2658
Contract Type: Permanent Part-Time (0.5 WTE) / Permanent Wholetime
Location: Nurse Practice Development Department, Unit 10B, Merlin Park, Galway
Region: HSE West and North West
Job Overview
The Student Allocations Liaison Officer Galway role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Mental Health nurse to lead and coordinate student placements across Galway Roscommon Mental Health Services. Reporting within the Nurse Practice Development Department, this Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Mental Health) position plays a vital role in supporting clinical education, workforce development, and high standards of patient care.
This permanent opportunity is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and is ideal for a motivated nursing professional with strong leadership, teaching, and coordination experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage student nurse allocations across Mental Health services in Galway and Roscommon.
- Liaise with higher education institutions and clinical placement partners.
- Support clinical staff in mentoring and preceptorship roles.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of student clinical placements.
- Contribute to practice development initiatives within Mental Health services.
- Provide leadership and guidance aligned with national nursing education standards.
- Maintain accurate records and reporting relating to student placements.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered Psychiatric Nurse or Registered Nurse (Mental Health) with active registration.
- Eligible for appointment at Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Mental Health) grade.
- Demonstrated depth and breadth of experience in Mental Health nursing.
- Successful completion of a Teaching and Assessing course (Preceptorship).
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with academic institutions and multidisciplinary teams.
- Access to transport, as travel may be required.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary Scale (February 2026): €62,078 – €78,443 (LSI) per annum (pro-rata for part-time), in line with HSE Clinical Nurse Manager 2 (Mental Health) pay scale.
- Permanent contract with options for part-time (0.5 WTE) or whole-time.
- Public sector pension scheme.
- Annual leave entitlement in accordance with HSE policy.
- Access to ongoing professional development and leadership training.
Location & Employer Information
This position is based at the Nurse Practice Development Department, Unit 10B, Merlin Park, Galway, within HSE West and North West. The region covers Donegal, Sligo, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway, delivering comprehensive community and mental health services.
A panel may be formed from this campaign to fill current and future permanent or specified purpose vacancies (full-time or part-time) within Galway Roscommon Mental Health Services.
Application Details
- Apply online via Rezoomo: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/95137/
- Applications must be submitted using a fully completed application form.
- CVs will not be accepted.
Informal Enquiries:
Anthony Fitzpatrick, Regional Nurse Practice Development Coordinator
Email: Anthony.fitzpatrick@hse.ie
Mobile: 0872218643
Interviews: Candidates will normally receive at least two weeks’ notice of interview. This timeframe may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Last Day to Apply: 06 April 2026 at 12:00 PM
