Clinical Nurse Manager 3 - Theatre ManagerFull time | recruitNet | IrelandPosted On 11/05/2026Job InformationHospitalCity WestmeathState/Province WestmeathwestmeathJob DescriptionRecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for domestic and overseas candidates across hospitals, nursing homes, home care, and community care.We are urgently seeking aClinical Nurse Manager 3 – Theatre Managerfor our hospital in Westmeath, Ireland.ResponsibilitiesManage the Theatre Department, ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of nursing and clinical services with the patient at the centre of all activities.Provide professional and operational leadership to nursing and support staff, fostering accountability, teamwork, and excellence in perioperative care.Oversee compliance with clinical, safety, and accreditation standards through audits, walkabouts, and quality monitoring, ensuring continuous improvement.Evaluate and enhance nursing care systems, implementing evidence-based practices to optimise service delivery and patient outcomes.Drive operational efficiency in theatre scheduling, resource utilisation, and performance while maintaining quality and patient safety standards.Manage recruitment, induction, workforce planning, and performance management, ensuring appropriate skill mix and effective rostering.Promote learning and professional development through structured education, mentorship, competency assessments, and support for postgraduate study.Lead quality improvement and risk management initiatives, including audits, KPI development, incident reviews, and implementation of corrective actions.Collaborate and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and families, maintaining transparency and high service standards.Liaise regularly with the Director of Nursing, participate in hospital committees, and contribute to strategic planning, financial management, and accreditation compliance.RequirementsRegistered Nurse (NMBI) or hold an equivalent recognised qualification.Minimum of five years’ recent post-registration experience in an acute hospital, including at least two years in a management role at CNM3 level or equivalent.Hold a postgraduate qualification in Perioperative Nursing or a related field.Demonstrate proven leadership, operational management, and decision-making skills.Show experience in quality improvement, clinical governance, and service development.Exhibit excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational abilities.Competitive salary and sign-on bonusContinuous professional development and training opportunitiesSupportive, collaborative working environment
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