Clinical Nurse Manager 2 – Operating Theatre Department

Purpose of the Role

The role is pivotal to the management of nursing services and resources within the Theatre Department to manage elective and trauma operating lists efficiently and effectively. The post holder will proactively manage the theatre schedule daily to achieve maximum and optimum quality and safety outcomes for patients and their families.

He/she will demonstrate professional and clinical leadership and continuously strive to deliver standards for Better Safer Healthcare care within the theatre department.

Essential Criteria:

• RCN or RGN with a minimum of 5 years Perioperative Nursing experience.
• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
• Relevant Post Graduate Perioperative Nursing Qualification Level 9

How to Apply & Informal Enquiries

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV this forms part of your application and CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Thursday 7th of May 2026 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on by clicking Apply for Job.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department please contact Ryan Sinagpolo CNM3 email: or Theatre Department bleep 8807

For other queries relating to this recruitment process please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below youll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.

8th June

6th July

10th August

7th September

5th October

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Required Experience:

Manager