Post Title: Clinical Nurse Manager II (CNM II) – St Anne’s Ward ENTPost Status: PermanentDepartment: NeuroCent Directorate, Beaumont HospitalLocation: Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9Reports to: Directorate Nurse Manager (DNM) and Clinical Nurse Manager 3Salary: Appointment will be made on CNM II Pay scale at a point in line with Government pay policy € 62,078 – 78,443Hours of work: 37.5 hours/weekClosing Date: 25/05/2026 @ 12:00pm
The Neurosciences Department at Beaumont Hospital is home to head and neck oncology and ENT (ear, nose, and throat) services, which are the core specialities for St. Anne’s ward. It is a 19 bed ward, which specialises in ENT, head and neck oncology, cochlear implantation and radiation oncology. The ward supports the needs of patients requiring elective and emergency surgery and work closely with plastic surgery teams in the area of head and neck reconstruction.
St. Anne’s Ward is currently recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager II. This is an exciting career and developmental opportunity for experienced registered nurses who are either currently working, or have previous experience, in staff nurse or CNM roles in clinical areas that care for the needs of ENT and head and neck oncology patients. The role ensures a visible and accessible senior nursing presence is maintained in clinical practice, that care delivery is promoted to the highest standard, that team members are supported to reach their full potential, and you will support endeavors to facilitate innovation.
Successful candidates will support the CNM 3 and the Directorate Nurse Manager (DNM) in achieving organisational objectives, maintaining a compassionate focus on care delivery, and in identifying opportunities for improvements to the service. You will receive support and mentorship from our existing senior clinical and management teams and will have the opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills through attendance of study days, conferences, post graduate study, and supporting quality improvement programmes.
Responsibilities
Professional / Clinical
Manage patient care to ensure the highest professional standards using an evidence based, care planning approach
Provide a high level of professional and clinical leadership
Be responsible for the co‑ordination, assessment, planning, delivery and review of service user care by all staff in designated area(s)
Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to service users according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland) and Professional Clinical Guidelines
Practice nursing according to:
Professional Clinical Guidelines
National and Area Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines
Local policies, protocols and guidelines
Current legislation
Manage own caseload in accordance with the needs of the post
Participate in teams / meetings / committees as appropriate, communicating and working in co‑operation with other team members
Facilitate co‑ordination, co‑operation and liaison across healthcare teams and programmes
Collaborate with service users, family, carers and other staff in treatment / care planning and in the provision of support and advice
Communicate verbally and/or in writing results of assessments, treatment / care programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy
Plan discharge or transition of the service user between services as appropriate
Ensure that service users and others are treated with dignity and respect
Maintain nursing records in accordance with local service and professional standards
Adhere to and contribute to the development and maintenance of nursing standards, protocols, and guidelines consistent with the highest standards of patient care
Evaluate and manage the implementation of best practice policy and procedures e.g., admission and discharge procedures, control and usage of stocks and equipment, grievance and disciplinary procedures
Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation
In consultation with CNM3 and other disciplines, implement and assess quality management programmes
Participate in clinical audit as required
Initiate and participate in research studies as appropriate
Devise and implement Health Promotion Programmes for service users as relevant to the post
Operate within the scope of practice – seek advice and assistance from their manager with any cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of their professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance
Health and Safety
Ensure that effective safety procedures are developed and managed to comply with statutory obligations, in conjunction with relevant staff e.g., health and safety procedures, emergency procedures
Observe, report and take appropriate action on any matter which may be detrimental to staff and/or service user care or wellbeing / may be inhibiting the efficient provision of care
Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility.
Assist in observing and ensuring implementation and adherence to established policies and procedures e.g., health and safety, infection control, storage and use of controlled drugs, etc.
Ensure completion of incident / near miss forms / clinical risk reporting
Adhere to department policies in relation to the care and safety of any equipment supplied for the fulfilment of duty.
Liaise with other relevant staff e.g. CNS Infection Control.
Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role
Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low‑carbon and efficient health service
Education and Training
Engage in continuing professional development by keeping up to date with nursing literature, recent nursing research and new developments in nursing management, education and practice and to attend staff study days as considered appropriate
Be familiar with the curriculum training programme for student nurses and be aware of the clinical experience required to meet the needs of the programme
Participate in the identification, development and delivery of induction, education, training and development programmes for nursing and non‑nursing staff
Provide support and supportive supervision to different levels of registered nurse and front‑line staff where appropriate
Supervise and assess student nurses and foster a clinical learning environment
Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate
Management
Exercise authority in the running of the assigned area(s) as deputised by the CNM3
Provide the necessary supervision, co‑ordination and deployment of nursing and support staff to ensure the optimum delivery of care in the designated area(s)
Manage communication at ward and departmental level and facilitate team building
Provide staff leadership and motivation which is conducive to good working relations and work performance
Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace
Formulate, implement and evaluate service plans and budgets in co‑operation with the wider healthcare team
Manage all resources efficiently and effectively within agreed budget
Lead on practice development within the clinical area
Lead and implement change
Promote, facilitate and participate in the development of nursing policies and procedures. Monitor as appropriate and lead on proactive improvement
Contribute to the formulation, development and implementation of policies and procedures at area and hospital level
Ensure compliance with legal requirements, policies and procedures affecting service users, staff and other hospital matters
Manage and promote liaisons with internal / external bodies as appropriate e.g. intra‑hospital service and the community
Actively participate in the Nursing Management structure by ‘acting up’ when required
Maintain all necessary clinical and administrative records and reporting arrangements
Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration
The above Job Specification 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.
Qualifications
Professional Knowledge And Experience
Demonstrate practitioner competence and professionalism
Demonstrate an awareness of current and emerging nursing strategies and policy in relation to the clinical / designated area
Demonstrate the ability to relate nursing research to nursing practice
Demonstrate an awareness of HR policies and procedures including disciplinary procedures
Demonstrate an awareness of relevant legislation and policy e.g., health and safety, infection control etc
Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development
Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role
Organisation And Management Skills
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise effectively
Demonstrate the ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks
Demonstrate an awareness of resource management and the importance of value for money
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in their approach to work
Building and Maintaining Relationships (including Team Skills and Leadership Potential)
Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
Adopts a collaborative approach to patient care by coordination of care / interventions and interdisciplinary team working
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships. Fosters good professional work relationships between colleagues
Demonstrates the ability to lead on clinical practice
Commitment to providing a Quality Service
Demonstrates a strong commitment to the delivery of quality service
Display awareness and appreciation of the service user and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect
Demonstrates integrity and ethical stance
Demonstrate motivation, initiative and an innovative approach to job and service developments, is flexible and open to change
Analysis, Problem Solving And Decision‑Making Skills
Demonstrates evidence‑based decision‑making, using sound analytical and problem‑solving ability
Shows sound professional judgement in decision‑making
Takes an overview of complex problems before generating solutions; anticipates implications / consequences of different solutions
Uses a range of information sources and knows how to access relevant information to address issues
Demonstrate resilience and composure in dealing with situations
Communication Skills
Demonstrate strong communication skills - presents written information in a concise, accurate and structured manner
Demonstrates the ability to influence others effectively
Anticipates and recognises the emotional reactions of others when delivering sensitive messages
Selection Criteria
Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc
Annual Registration – Must maintain live annual registration on the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
Health – Must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such that a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service
Character – Must be of good character
Desirable
Leadership or management experience
A management qualification
Completion of a Level 9 Post Graduate Programme of Study (Ear‑Nose‑Throat, or Neurosciences, or Oncology)
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