Purpose of the Role
The role of the CNM 2 is to provide support to Spina Bifida patients who will be having lower limb surgeries and general orthopaedic surgery, and to participate in a streamlined, multidisciplinary team that delivers care to children referred to the Orthopaedic Service.
The CNM 2 will be part of the multi‑disciplinary team that delivers care to the children referred to the Orthopaedic Service.
The role of the CNM 2 is to provide support to Spina Bifida patients having lower limb surgeries and general orthopaedic surgery.
Taking a leading role in the multi‑disciplinary team that delivers care to the children referred to the service.
The CNM 2 will ensure their competence in the area of specialty practice, providing up‑to‑date evidence‑based care.
Provision of a coordinated service that optimises support and continuity of care for patients with spinal disorders.
The CNM 2 will provide OPD clinic support/consultation, telephone liaison to support patients and families.
The CNM 2 will liaise closely with the Orthopaedic Consultants keeping them up to date with patient progress/concerns.
Be a resource for colleagues, allied professionals and other health care professionals including GPs and Public Health Nurses (PHNs).
Provide specialist nursing education including education and training for patients, families and multidisciplinary staff.
Have proven clinical and managerial ability and leadership skills.
Essential Criteria
Be a registered nurse on the active Children's or General Register of Nurses and Midwives held by An Bord Altranais and Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland), or be eligible to be so registered.
Must have a minimum of 5 years post‑qualification experience, 3 of which must be recent experience within children's nursing.
Must have experience delivering quality improvement in a healthcare environment.
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 shortlisting 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; CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Wednesday 4th February 2026 by 11:45 pm.
Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs 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 Sonja Fitzpatrick – ADON at Sonja.fitzpatrick@childrenshealthireland.ie.
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Olivia Adams at Olivia.adams@childrenshealthireland.ie.
PLEASE NOTE
CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and secondments.
This update to our onboarding process is aligned with changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new 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.
Commencement dates for 2026
9th March 2026
13th April 2026
11th May 2026
8th June 2026
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