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Clinical Nurse Manager 1 Day Surgery

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Job Location:

Dublin - Ireland

Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 24 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 21 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Job Summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals Nursing Homes Home Care and Community Care.

We are hiring a Clinical Nurse Manager 1 Day Surgery for a leading Hospital in Dublin Ireland.

Job Title: Interim Clinical Nurse Manager 1
Department: Day Surgery
Job Type: Specific Purpose Contract (Maternity Cover)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week



Responsibilities

  • Provide visible leadership and clinical support to nursing and healthcare staff within the Day Ward ensuring high-quality patient-centred care in line with hospital values and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) standards.
  • Oversee the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of patient care while supporting safe admission treatment discharge and effective patient flow processes.
  • Promote effective communication teamwork and collaboration within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and coordinated care delivery in a fast-paced environment.
  • Coordinate daily staffing skill mix and staff allocation to meet operational and patient care requirements while supporting service continuity in the absence of senior management.
  • Monitor ward activity scheduling waiting times and service efficiency working closely with clinical and operational teams to optimise patient throughput and service delivery.
  • Support staff supervision mentorship induction training and professional development to maintain high clinical standards and a positive team culture.
  • Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control policies conduct ward-level audits implement quality improvement initiatives and collaborate with the Infection Prevention and Control team.
  • Participate in clinical governance activities including incident reporting audits risk management and continuous quality improvement in accordance with HIQA JCI and hospital standards.
  • Utilise information technology systems effectively including electronic health record systems such as Meditech to support patient care documentation and administrative processes.
  • Maintain strict confidentiality and data protection standards in line with GDPR HIQA hospital policies and the NMBI Code of Professional Conduct while promoting a culture of privacy and professionalism.


Requirements
  • Hold active registration in the General Division of the live register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
  • Possess a minimum of 3 years post-registration nursing experience preferably within day ward acute surgical or medical care settings.
  • Demonstrate the clinical managerial and administrative competence required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the role.
  • Exhibit strong interpersonal communication and motivational skills with the ability to lead and support a multidisciplinary team.
  • Show commitment to continuous learning ongoing professional development and evidence-based nursing practice.
  • Have completed management or leadership training relevant to healthcare or nursing services.


Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Onsite parking
  • Pension
  • Annual bonus
  • Discounted café
  • Sports and Social club
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounted onsite pharmacy



Required Skills:

Hold active registration in the General Division of the live register maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). Possess a minimum of 3 years post-registration nursing experience preferably within day ward acute surgical or medical care settings. Demonstrate the clinical managerial and administrative competence required to effectively perform the responsibilities of the role. Exhibit strong interpersonal communication and motivational skills with the ability to lead and support a multidisciplinary team. Show commitment to continuous learning ongoing professional development and evidence-based nursing practice. Have completed management or leadership training relevant to healthcare or nursing services.