Cork University Hospital is seeking applications for a permanent whole-time Staff Nurse position within the Theatre and Surgical Hub in Wilton, Cork. This nursing opportunity offers the chance to work in a fast-paced acute hospital environment, supporting high-quality perioperative and surgical patient care within one of Ireland’s leading healthcare facilities.
This Staff Nurse role in Cork is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and is ideal for motivated nursing professionals looking to develop their clinical skills within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. The successful candidate will contribute to patient-centred care while supporting operational excellence across theatre and surgical services.
Job Overview
The Staff Nurse – Theatre and Surgical Hub position at Cork University Hospital involves delivering safe, evidence-based nursing care within a specialist surgical setting. The role requires strong clinical judgement, effective communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently within a dynamic healthcare environment.
The successful candidate will support patient assessment, perioperative care planning, recovery support, and ongoing collaboration with surgical, anaesthetic, and nursing colleagues to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and care delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care to patients within the Theatre and Surgical Hub.
- Support perioperative and post-operative patient management in line with clinical best practice.
- Monitor patient progress and maintain accurate nursing documentation.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes.
- Maintain compliance with HSE policies, infection prevention standards, and clinical governance requirements.
- Assist with patient assessments, care planning, and discharge preparation.
- Promote patient dignity, confidentiality, and compassionate care at all times.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and mandatory training programmes.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Registered General Nurse with active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Strong clinical nursing skills within an acute hospital or surgical setting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Commitment to delivering patient-focused care and maintaining high professional standards.
- Previous theatre or surgical nursing experience is desirable.
- Understanding of infection prevention, patient safety, and healthcare quality standards.
- Flexibility and adaptability within a busy hospital environment.
Salary, Benefits and Working Hours
Salary for this Staff Nurse position will be aligned with HSE pay scales for Staff Nurse Grade 2135 roles. Competitive pay and public sector employment benefits apply, including annual leave entitlements, pension benefits, and access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
This is a Permanent Wholetime position based at Cork University Hospital, offering long-term career progression within the HSE South West region.
Location and Employer Information
Located in Wilton, Cork, Cork University Hospital is one of Ireland’s largest acute teaching hospitals and a major centre for specialist surgical and healthcare services. The hospital plays a critical role within HSE South West, delivering essential healthcare services to patients across Cork and Kerry.
The Theatre and Surgical Hub provides a modern clinical environment where nursing professionals can contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes while working alongside experienced healthcare teams in a high-performing hospital setting.
Application Details
Please complete the official application form and submit your application through the Rezoomo recruitment platform.
Applicants are strongly advised to download, save, and carefully review the Job Specification and Application Form associated with Reference: CUHN97800 before submitting an application.
- Recruiter: HSE South West – Kerry and Cork
- Category: Nursing and Midwifery
- Grade: Staff Nurse – General 2135
- Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime
- Location: Wilton, Cork
- Informal Enquiries: Marie Horgan, CNM3, Theatre and Surgical Hub
- Email: Marie.Horgan@hse.ie
- Contact Number: 087 4403474
- Application Link: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/97800
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally receive at least two weeks’ notice of interview, although timelines may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Last Day to Apply: 29 May 2026 at 12:00 PM
