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Enhanced Nurse / Midwife Salary in Ireland

Pay scale €45,259–€58,424 a year · registration: NMBI

Quick answer: A Enhanced Nurse / Midwife in the HSE earns between €45,259 and €58,424 per year on the 2026 pay scale, effective 1 June 2026.

An experienced staff nurse or midwife who has moved onto the Enhanced Nurse/Midwife contract — a higher scale recognising expanded clinical practice, introduced under the 2021 nursing agreement.

The Enhanced Nurse / Midwife salary follows the national HSE pay scale — a fixed incremental scale from €45,259 (starting point) to €58,424 (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.

€
Paid

Estimated take-home

€3,387 /month

€40,640/year · €1,563/fortnight · €782/week

Gross
€4,320
− Income tax (PAYE)
−€661
− USC
−€91
− PRSI
−€181
Net /month
€3,387
Effective deduction rate
21.6%

Estimate for a single PAYE employee at 2026 rates — income tax, USC and PRSI only (marriage, rent/medical and other credits not included). Fortnightly = annual ÷ 26. Not tax advice; check revenue.ie for your exact figures.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Enhanced Nurse / Midwife earn in Ireland?
The HSE Enhanced Nurse / Midwife pay scale runs from €45,259 to €58,424 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 Enhanced Nurse / Midwife?
At the scale midpoint (€51,842), a single employee takes home about €40,640 a year (€3,387 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 Enhanced Nurse / Midwife need?
The role requires registration with NMBI (or eligibility to register). Specific qualification requirements are set in each campaign — always check the listing.