CNM1, WTE 1.0 37.5hrs Description of the hospital The Royal Hospital Donnybrook is a 178 bedded hospital that provides Post-Acute, Stroke Rehabilitation, Neurorehabilitation and General Rehabilitation services, Day Hospital services, Respite and Residential Care services to adults.
Purpose of the post The primary role of the CNM1 will be one of clinical and professional leadership in the nursing team.
The Clinical Nurse Manager 1 will be responsible for the development of nursing staff, by means of in-service training, orientation of new staff and arranging for the clinical experience and supervision of student nurses where this is appropriate.
Qualifications and experience Applicants must, as a minimum, on the closing date for receipt of completed applications: Be registered on the live register in the General Division of the Register of Nurses as maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
AND Working knowledge and experience of HIQA regulations and standards.
AND Three years relevant post registration experience.
AND Hold a post graduate qualification relevant to the role.
Desirable Qualifications A recordable post registration management course.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Management Responsibilities To effectively manage the activities of the ward in the absence of the ward manager To act up for the CNM2 with continuing responsibility when required To collaborate with the CNM2 in preparing, implementing and evaluating budget and service plan for the clinical area.
Identifying resources and facilities to manager the ward.
Managing all resources including nursing and non-nursing staff within an agreed budget with due regard to budgetary control.
To promote the standards programme within RHD To assist with adequate levels of ward stocks/supplies are maintained To ensure that appropriate, accurate and concise records are maintained at all times To maintain records of patients valuables handed over for safekeeping Play a central role in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
To assist with planning and co-ordinating duty rotas and annual leave.
Ensure accurate records of attendance and absenteeism are maintained To participate in and undertake individual performance review using a self-assessment model To advise and support staff about administrative issues in the absence of the CNM2 To maintain effective communication links with other members of the hospital team To liaise closely with household and catering staff with regard to patients needs To liaise with nursing colleagues and attend/ participate at meetings as required To ensure that all registered staff is aware of their legal responsibilities as regards the prescription, administration and custody of drugs To be familiar with and ensure all staff is familiar and adhere to RHD policies and procedures To support the introduction and utilisation of information management systems at ward level Assist with planning and arranging admissions to the unit/wards In consultation with CNM2 and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes The duties and responsibilities detailed above reflect the present service requirements and are not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties or work in alternative areas as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
This job description will be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances.
The job description is not intended to be exhaustive but should be regarded as providing guidelines within which individuals work.
Conditions of Service Hours of Work Normal hours of work are 37.5 hours per week over 7 days, worked as agreed with the Assistant Director of Nursing.
Flexibility of working patterns is required in line with service requirements or developments.
The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
Informal enquiries to Director of Nursing, Patricia Mc Auliffe Closing date 18th January 2026 Skills: nurse Manager HIQA