Person in Charge (Nursing) – 2 Positions
Location:
Sligo (covering Sligo, Leitrim & Roscommon)
Salary:
€48,000 – €60,000
Hours:
Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (Some On-Call)
Service:
Nurse-Led, Intellectual Disability (Young Persons) – 4 service users per house
Type:
Permanent, Full-Time, Supernumerary Role
Overview
Cpl Healthcare are partnering with our client, a growing provider of nurse-led ID services, to recruit
two Persons in Charge (PIC)
for established units in the Sligo region.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Nurse Manager to join a highly supportive organisation focused on quality, regulation, and exceptional standards of care.
Who We're Seeking
We invite interest from:
RNID, RPN, or RGN with Intellectual Disability experience (preferred)
Candidates with 3+ years recent management/leadership experience in health or social care
NMBI registered nurses with a passion for supporting young people with ID
Role Purpose
The PIC will manage nurse-led services in line with HSE policy, HIQA standards, and Department of Health regulations.
You will work autonomously, ensuring the highest level of service delivery, staff support, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Service Leadership
Lead shifts and oversee service operations
Support service users through evidence-based, person-centred care
Assess needs and contribute to individualised care planning
Training & Development
Mentor and support new staff
Assist in coordinating ongoing staff training and skill development
Compliance & Quality
Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory records
Conduct audits, support quality improvement initiatives, and ensure HIQA compliance
Teamwork & Communication
Promote a positive, collaborative team environment
Support the On-Call roster as part of senior management
Essential Criteria
Level 7 Nursing Degree & valid NMBI registration
Minimum 3 years management or supervisory experience
Level 6 Management qualification (or willingness to obtain with company support)
Proven experience managing regulated services
Full driving licence & access to vehicle
Benefits
Competitive salary + incremental scale
Supernumerary post
Bonus option & allowances (including On-Call)
Company pension
25 days annual leave + bank holidays (with long-service increments)
Enhanced maternity benefit
Income protection scheme
Excellent staffing ratios
Multidisciplinary team support
Paid induction training
Strong focus on professional development & career progression
EAP and Bike to Work Scheme
Apply in confidence, send an up-to-date CV to - (email protected)