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Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Salary in Ireland

Pay scale €62,699–€79,227 a year · registration: NMBI

An expert nurse in a specific clinical area (e.g. diabetes, respiratory, palliative care) delivering specialist assessment and care.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) salary follows the national HSE pay scale — a fixed incremental scale from €62,699 (starting point) to €79,227 (top of scale). You move up one increment for each year of satisfactory service, plus any long-service increments and qualification or location allowances that apply to the post.

Estimate your take-home pay

Prefilled at this grade’s scale midpoint — adjust to any point.

€

Estimated take-home

€4,229 /month

€50,747 a year · €976 a week

Gross
€70,963
− Income tax (PAYE)
−€15,585
− USC
−€1,721
− PRSI
−€2,909
Net
€50,747
Effective deduction rate
28.5%

Estimate for a single PAYE employee at 2025 rates — income tax, USC and PRSI only (marriage, rent/medical and other credits not included). Not tax advice; check revenue.ie for your exact figures.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) earn in Ireland?
The HSE Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) pay scale runs from €62,699 to €79,227 a year. You start near the bottom and move up the scale with each year of service.
What is the take-home pay for a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)?
At the scale midpoint (€70,963), a single employee takes home about €50,747 a year (€4,229 a month) after income tax, USC and PRSI. Use the calculator above for the exact figure at any point on the scale.
What qualifications does a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) need?
The role requires registration with NMBI (or eligibility to register). Specific qualification requirements are set in each campaign — always check the listing.