Clinical Nurse Specialist ( CNM2 grade) - Ophthalmology

Children’s Health Ireland Jobs; Dublin; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Health Ireland is seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Ophthalmology to deliver care aligned with the NCNM 2008 framework. The CNS will start with ophthalmology caseloads focused on pediatric patients under 16 and provide specialist nursing care within a supportive team.

The role requires registration with the NMBI, 1 year post-registration experience in the division, and a Level 9+ qualification relevant to ophthalmology. CPD evidence and safe practice ability are essential.

Qualifications

• Be a registered nurse/midwife on the active Register of Nurses and Midwives of Ireland.
• Have completed a post-registration programme with QQI Level 9 or higher relevant to specialist care (60 ECTS or equivalent).
• Demonstrate CPD relevant to the specialist area or support to obtain CPD.
• Have the ability to practice safely and effectively within their scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver care in line with the five core concepts of the role.
• Focus caseload on ophthalmology patients, initially under 16 years old, within the ophthalmology service.
• Work within the CNS framework and guidelines for clinical practice.

Skills

CPD relevance

Professional responsibility

Education

QQI Level 9 or higher in relevant care

Job description

Purpose of the Role 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.

Purpose of the Role 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. Caseload e.g. Children - under 16 years of age. The CNS will focus initially on the following patient groups: Ophthalmology service

Eligibility Criteria, Qualifications And Experience

• Be a registered nurse/midwife 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);
• OR 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 years’ post registration full time experience or an aggregate of 1 years’ full time experience in the division of the register in which the application is being made;
• Have a minimum of 1 years’ experience or an aggregate of 1 years’ full time experience in specialist area of Ophthalmology;
• Have successfully completed a post registration programme of study, as certified by the education provider which verifies that the applicant has achieved a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI), National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major academic Level 9 or higher award (equivalent to 60 ECTS or above) that is 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.

The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Tuesday, 24th of November 2026 at 11:45pm.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact contact Sonja Fitzpatrick, [e-mail]

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialists – [e-mail]

PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2027:

• 4th January 2027
• 8th February 2027
• 8th March 2027
• 5th April 2027
• 10th May 2027
• 14th June 2027
• 5th July 2027
• 9th August 2027