Overview Purpose of the Role: to deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse Specialist Posts, 4th edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008.
The CNS will have a strong patient focus whereby the specialty defines itself as nursing and subscribes to the overall purpose, functions and ethical standards of nursing.
The clinical practice role may be divided into direct and indirect care.
Direct care comprises the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care to the patient, family and/or carer.
Indirect care relates to activities that influence and support the provision of direct care.
Essential Criteria Be a registered nurse on the active 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 Be registered in the division(s) of the Childrens Nursing with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann)In exceptional circumstances, which will be assessed on a case by case basis be registered in another Division of the register of Nurses and Midwives.
Have a minimum of 1 year's post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 year's full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made Have a minimum of 1 year's experience or an aggregate of 1 year's full time experience in specialist area of Laser/Vascular Anomalies Have successfully completed a post registration programme of study, as certified by the education provider which verifies that the applicant has achieved a QQI/NFQ major academic Level 9 or higher award (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above) relevant to the specialist area of care and in line with the requirements for specialist practice as set out by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery 4th ed (2008).
Alternatively provide written evidence from the Higher Education Institute that they have achieved the number of ECTS credits equivalent to a Level 9 or higher standard (60 ECTS or above) relevant to the specialist area of care and in line with the requirements for specialist practice as set out by the National Council for Nursing and Midwifery 4th ed (2008).
Be required to demonstrate that they have continuing professional development (CPD) relevant to the specialist area or will be supported to obtain the required CPD.
Have the ability to practice safely and effectively fulfilling his/her professional responsibility within his/her scope of practice.
Note: For Nurses who express an interest in CNS roles and who currently hold a level 8 educational qualification in the specialist area (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above), this qualification will be recognised up to September 2026.
The clinical experience requirements for this cohort of nurses remain consistent with the Do H (2019) policy, i.e.
a minimum of 1 year's experience in practice and a minimum of 1 year's experience in the specialist area and they could be supported to progress on a candidate CNS Pathway.
Notes Annual registration must be maintained for the role with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
Confirm annual registration with NMBI to the HSE by way of the annual Service user Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).
How to Apply & Informal Enquiries Applications must be accompanied by a cover letter setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria are met.
Shortlisting is based on the post requirements.
Application specifics: Please include a cover letter with your CV; CVs will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
Closing date for submissions is Monday 9 February 2026 by 11:45pm.
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, contact Suzanne Byrne ADON on 01-4096061 or email Suzanne.byrne@childrenshealthireland.ie.
For other queries, contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Olivia Adams at Olivia.adams@childrenshealthireland.ie.
Note: CHI has transitioned to a monthly commencement day process for new employees, transfers and secondments.
This onboarding update aligns with payroll changes and our new corporate induction program.
If pre-employments and mandatory training are not completed in time, commencement may be deferred to the next available date.
Commencement dates for 2026:9th March 202613th April 202611th May 20268th June 2026
#J-18808-Ljbffr