Clinical Nurse Manager 1 - Macroom

Horizons; Macroom; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous leave entitlements

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Horizons is recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager 1 for Macroom Residential Service. The CNM1 will provide clinical leadership, develop staff, supervise nursing and support teams, and ensure HIQA-compliant care in line with organisational values.

The role demands experience in residential disability services, strong clinical and managerial capabilities, and a commitment to inclusion and person-led planning. Full-time, permanent with 37.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Registered nurse with NMBI General Division.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Minimum of 3 years relevant post-registration experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, assess, plan, implement, and review care for People We Support.
• Provide safe, evidence-based nursing care in line with NMBI Code of Professional Conduct.
• Engage in CPD and stay up-to-date with nursing management and practice developments.
• Support PIC and deputise in CNM2/PIC absence as required.
• Ensure effective deployment of nursing and support staff and manage resources.

Skills

Excellent communication

Education

NMBI Registered Nurse (General Division)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork Communities is one of the top 150 Employers in Ireland.Our organisation is deeply embedded in communities and we are one of the largest not-for-profit organisations in Munster.MissionHorizons supports people with an intellectual disability and additional needs such as autism or physical and medical conditions.We empower people to live a life of their choosing, connected and participating in their communities. The United Nations Convention on the Rights

Skills and attributes

• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

Description

Clinical Nurse Manager 1

Macroom Residential Service

Full Time positions

We are now recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager 1 for our Residential services in Macroom. This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Manager 1’ to step into a professional role, guiding dedicated teams to deliver meaningful experiences in line with HIQA standards and organisational values.

The primary role of the Clinical Nurse Manager 1(CNM 1) will be one of:

• Clinical and professional leadership and development in the team members, including the development, orientation, and supervision of nursing/non-nursing staff by means of supervision and delegation, local induction training/orientation of new staff.
• Facilitating clinical experience and supervision of student nurses.
• Play a key role in supporting the Person In charge (PIC), to achieve regulatory compliance and will deputise in the absence of the CNM2/PIC.
• To be responsible for providing a high standard of evidence based clinical care and other supports to people we support (PWS), provided within the designated area(s) of responsibility.

Position: Clinical Nurse Manager 1

Grade: Clinical Nurse Manager 1 (CNM1)

Location: Macroom

Employment type and Hours: Full Time Permanent

37.5 hours per week

Salary: The 9-point salary scale for the post as of 01/06/2026.

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the co-ordination, assessment, planning, implementation, and review of care of People We Support according to service standards and evidence base practice.
• Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care to People We Support according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland (NMBI).
• 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.
• Exercise authority in the running of the assigned area(s) as required by the CNM2/PIC.
• Provide the necessary co-ordination and deployment of nursing and support staff in designated area(s) of responsibility, ensuring that skill mix takes account of fluctuating workloads and ensuring maximisation of available resources.
• Nursing Qualification recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Board (NMBI)(Registered Nursing Intellectual Disability preferred).
• Currently registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hEireann) or entitled to be so registered.
• Have not less than three years relevant post registration experience.
• On application candidates must have valid work permissions and the legal right to work and reside in Ireland.
• Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.
• Demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development (CPD).
• A full understanding of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and decision‑making skills.
• A strong commitment to inclusion, advocacy and person‑led planning.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• A full clean driver’s license is essential for the role.
• Experience of working in residential disability services.
• Experience in managing challenging behaviour using positive behaviour support frameworks.

We Offer:

• Supportive leadership structures and a collaborative management team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme and generous leave entitlements.
• A service culture that values innovation, respect and continuous improvement.

Applicants may be short listed on the basis of their application.

A panel may be formed for a 12‑month period to fill any future permanent or temporary, fulltime, or part time Clinical Nurse Manager 1 roles that may arise across Horizons.

Horizons is an Equal Opportunity Employer