Paediatric Trauma Coordinator (Paediatric Major Trauma Centre) - CNM2 Grade

Children’s Health Ireland Jobs; Dublin; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Health Ireland is seeking a paediatric major trauma nurse to support the acute trauma pathway and coordinate care for children and their families. You will work closely with the Trauma Clinical Lead to develop the Paediatric Major Trauma service at the National Paediatric Hospital.

The role emphasises strong communication, timely decision-making and collaboration with a wide multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality paediatric trauma care.

Qualifications

• Registered in the Children’s or General division of the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical care of children and families through the paediatric major trauma service.
• Act as a key contact and advocate to support patients through the acute trauma pathway.
• Collaborate with the Trauma Clinical Lead to develop and integrate the Paediatric Major Trauma service.

Skills

Nursing registration

Job description

Purpose of the Role

Paediatric major trauma centre at the NCHI will be the only Paediatric major Trauma centre on the island of Ireland. The vision for the National Trauma System for Ireland is that it will reduce both the incidence and burden of trauma and increase the survival rate of major trauma patients by delivering a seamless transition between each phase of care.

Purpose of the Role

Paediatric major trauma centre at the NCHI will be the only Paediatric major Trauma centre on the island of Ireland. The vision for the National Trauma System for Ireland is that it will reduce both the incidence and burden of trauma and increase the survival rate of major trauma patients by delivering a seamless transition between each phase of care.

This exciting new role within CHI is integral to the holistic case management and coordination of the clinical care of children alongside their families through the paediatric major trauma service.

The post-holder will be a key point of contact and advocate to support the Child and their family through the acute trauma pathway, promoting excellent communications whilst supporting the wider multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

The successful candidate will work with the Trauma Clinical Lead to develop the Paediatric Major Trauma service at the NCHI, integrating collaboratively with existing services and teams.

Essential Criteria

• Be registered in the Children's or General division of the Register of nurses with the Nurses and Midwifery Board of Ireland
• Have a minimum of 5 years Post Graduate experience of which 3 years must be within acute paediatric nursing.
• Experience in Paediatric Emergency Medicine / Critical Care/ Orthopedics/ Surgery/Theatre or Trauma related specialties.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Wednesday 28th October 2026 at 11:45pm.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Helen Flynn – Assistant Director of Nursing at [e-mail]

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist – Naomi McGrath at [e-mail]

PLEASE NOTE:

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

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.