Job Overview
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse Theatre Cavan role within the HSE Dublin and North East region. This permanent wholetime position offers the chance to work in a dynamic theatre environment delivering high-quality perioperative care.
This role is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and provides strong career development within Ireland’s public health service.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care within the theatre department in accordance with professional standards.
- Assist in the preparation, support, and recovery of patients undergoing surgical procedures.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient clinical environment.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary theatre teams.
- Adhere to infection prevention and control guidelines.
- Participate in continuous professional development and training.
- Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered as a General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Previous theatre nursing experience desirable.
- Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Commitment to patient safety and quality care.
- Eligibility to work in Ireland.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the Staff Nurse – General (Grade 2135) scale under the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales (1 August 2025) .
- Incremental salary scale in line with public sector agreements.
- Permanent wholetime contract.
- Public sector pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Access to HSE training and professional development.
Location & Employer Information
This position is based in Cavan, within the HSE Dublin and North East health region. The service covers North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Cavan, and Monaghan.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s publicly funded healthcare provider, delivering hospital, community, and primary care services nationwide.
Application Details
Before applying, please ensure you download, save, and read the Job Specification. It is strongly recommended that you review the full Job Specification prior to submitting your CV.
Informal Enquiries:
Sandra Morton, CNM3 Theatre
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 049 436 3541
Mobile: 087 373 4491
Applications must be submitted online via the official HSE recruitment portal.
Last Day to Apply: 18 March 2026, 5:00 PM
