Clinical Nurse Manager 1 - Macroom

Horizons Cork; Macroom; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive leadership structures

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous leave entitlements

Job summary

Horizons Cork in Macroom is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager 1 to provide clinical leadership and develop staff while ensuring high-quality care for People We Support in line with HIQA standards.

The role emphasises professional development, supervision, and regulatory adherence, with a clear path to deputise for CNM2/PIC when required.

Qualifications

• NMBI-registered General Nurse (or eligible).
• Minimum 3 years post-registration experience.
• Eligible to work in Ireland.
• Clinical, managerial and administrative capacity.
• Demonstrate CPD.
• Understanding HIQA regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to inclusion and person-led planning.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, assess, plan, implement and review care for People We Support.
• Provide safe, comprehensive nursing care in line with NMBI Code.
• Engage in CPD and staff study days.
• Exercise authority in CNM2/PIC's absence.
• Coordinate and deploy staff to maximise resources.

Skills

NMBI registration

CPD

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Decision making

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

NMBI recognised Nursing qualification

Registered General Division

Job 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.
€57,780, €58,828, €60,306, €61,810, €63,305, €64,809, €66,484, €68,046, €70,087 LSI

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.

Essential Criteria

• 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 icense is essential for the role.

Desirable

• 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.

Completed application forms must be submitted by Tuesday 3rd November 2026.

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.

Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie