Clinical Nurse Manager 1/ Clinical Nurse Manager 2 in Dublin
- Salary (indicative scale)
- €60,916–€79,189 / year
- Contract
- Other
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 17 Oct 2026
About the Role
Clinical Nurse Manager 1/ Clinical Nurse Manager 2
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with intellectual disabilities. We currently provide services in Limerick, North Tipperary, and Dublin. Our mission at Avista is to work together with the people we support to live their best lives through the delivery of quality services while promoting their roles as active citizens in an inclusive society.
We are seeking a frontline management team to support this new service initiative and manage the high support respite service. These roles, based in Avalon, Clonsilla, Dublin, are permanent full-time contracts (37.5 hours per week).
Avista are delighted to introduce a new model of service as part of a quality improvement initiative for those who access our Adult service. Avista are establishing a team which will provide specialist clinical support in line with individual needs and best practice. The provision will include in-reach, expert clinical support to existing MDTs where there has been an identified need in line with the Disability Regional Enhanced Services and Supports for Complex Behaviour (DRESS) model (NCPPD, 2023).
Requirements
Essential:
- CNM1: Be registered with NMBI, RNID qualification preferred. Have minimum of three years’ experience at staff nurse level. Have excellent clinical, communication, interpersonal, planning, organization and time management skills. Proficiency in the English language. Full Clean Irish Driving License for manual vehicles and access to your own car.
- CNM2: NMBI Registration. Management Qualification- Possess a Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or equivalent or to be completed within three months. Have at least 5 years of post-registration nursing experience of which 3 must be within disability services. Have previous experience at CNM1 level within the area of Intellectual Disability. Full Clean Irish Driving License for Manual Vehicles and access to own car. Proficiency in the English language. Have completed mandatory training. Proven managerial, organisational and interpersonal skills. Have a detailed knowledge of the HIQA standards / regulations and Health Act 2007 and have the ability to maintain compliance with HIQA. Have a detailed knowledge of rostering and managing the rostering arrangements and leave planning for staff. Have a detailed knowledge of the role of the Person in Charge and the ability to complete same. Be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work on own initiative and the capacity to manage change.
Desirable:
- CNM1: Experience working with people with complex disabilities and/or Autism. Have the ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- CNM2: Have previous experience in relation to autism and mental health. Have the ability to work effectively with families and the wider MDT. Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework.
Details
Location: Avalon, Clonsilla, Dublin
Contract type: Permanent, full-time (37.5 hours per week)
Salary: CNM1 - €57,780 - €68,046 LSI. CNM2 - €62,699 - €79,227 LSI. Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.
Indicative HSE pay scale for this grade: €60,916–€79,189 per year.
Closing date: 16.10.26
Interviews will be held the week of 2nd November 2026
How to Apply
Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/
Informal enquiries to Eilis Madden Service manager 01 824 8610
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What are the essential requirements for the CNM1 role?
- Be registered with NMBI, RNID qualification preferred. Have minimum of three years’ experience at staff nurse level. Have excellent clinical, communication, interpersonal, planning, organization and time management skills. Proficiency in the English language. Full Clean Irish Driving License for manual vehicles and access to your own car.
- What are the essential requirements for the CNM2 role?
- NMBI Registration. Management Qualification- Possess a Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or equivalent or to be completed within three months. Have at least 5 years of post-registration nursing experience of which 3 must be within disability services. Have previous experience at CNM1 level within the area of Intellectual Disability. Full Clean Irish Driving License for Manual Vehicles and access to own car. Proficiency in the English language. Have completed mandatory training. Proven managerial, organisational and interpersonal skills. Have a detailed knowledge of the HIQA standards / regulations and Health Act 2007 and have the ability to maintain compliance with HIQA. Have a detailed knowledge of rostering and managing the rostering arrangements and leave planning for staff. Have a detailed knowledge of the role of the Person in Charge and the ability to complete same. Be a highly motivated individual with the ability to work on own initiative and the capacity to manage change.
- What are the desirable requirements for the CNM1 role?
- Experience working with people with complex disabilities and/or Autism. Have the ability to work as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- What are the benefits of working at Avista?
- Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. Comprehensive Pension Scheme. Supportive and innovative working environment. Generous annual leave entitlement. Paid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay scheme. Bike to work Scheme. Tax Saver Travel Scheme.
- Where is the role located?
- Avalon, Clonsilla, Dublin.