Clinical Placement Coordinator

Clinical Placement Co-ordinator

(Grade Code: 241Y)

St. Michael’s House invites applications for the position of Clinical Placement Co-ordinator within the Nurse Practice Development Team.

About the Organisation

St. Michael’s House is a leading provider of community-based services for people with intellectual disabilities and their families in the greater Dublin area. The organisation supports over 1,900 children and adults across more than 170 locations and employs approximately 1,850 staff.

The organisation is committed to delivering person-centred, high-quality services that promote inclusion, independence, and meaningful participation in the community.

Post Details

Title: Clinical Placement Co-ordinator

Contract: Permanent, Whole-Time

Location: Ballymun Headquarters, Dublin (with travel required)

Reporting to: Nurse Practice Development Co-ordinator / Director of Nursing

Salary

€62,078 – €78,443 (LSI applicable) as per HSE salary scale and grade code.

Benefits of working in St Michael's House

• HSE Pay Scale (incremental*)
• Premium Payments (Frontline staff)
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Paid Maternity Leave
• Pension
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Generous Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Training / CPD
• Career Progression

Purpose of the Role

The Clinical Placement Co-ordinator will support and guide pre-registration nursing students and clinical staff to ensure that clinical placements provide high-quality learning experience aligned with programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support students learning in clinical environments
• Promote evidence-based practice
• Support preceptors and nursing staff
• Liaise with academic and clinical stakeholders
• Coordinate student placements
• Deliver teaching and training sessions
• Participate in audits and quality improvement

Eligibility Criteria

• Registered in Intellectual Disability Division (NMBI)
• Level 8 Degree or higher
• Minimum 3 years post-registration experience (2 in student learning)
• Full clean driver’s licence and access to transport

Key Competencies

• Professional values and standards
• Clinical decision-making
• Communication and teamwork
• Leadership and organisation
• Student support and mentoring
• Problem-solving and IT skills

Informal Enquiries

Fidelma Flannery, Director of Nursing Email: fidelma.flannery@smh.ie

Closing Date: 14th April 2026

How to Apply:

All the below must be received, via Rezoomo only before the application is deemed complete:

• A comprehensive CV, detailing education, skills, career history, experience.
• A detailed cover letter outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position within St. Michael’s House.
  

Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them.

St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer.