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Staff Nurse Salary in Ireland

Pay scale €38,166–€56,592 a year · registration: NMBI

The entry registered-nurse grade in the HSE, covering general, mental health, intellectual disability and community nursing.

The Staff Nurse salary follows the national HSE pay scale — a fixed incremental scale from €38,166 (starting point) to €56,592 (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

€3,193 /month

€38,317 a year · €737 a week

Gross
€47,379
− Income tax (PAYE)
−€6,152
− USC
−€967
− PRSI
−€1,943
Net
€38,317
Effective deduction rate
19.1%

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 Staff Nurse earn in Ireland?
The HSE Staff Nurse pay scale runs from €38,166 to €56,592 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 Staff Nurse?
At the scale midpoint (€47,379), a single employee takes home about €38,317 a year (€3,193 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 Staff Nurse need?
The role requires registration with NMBI (or eligibility to register). Specific qualification requirements are set in each campaign — always check the listing.