Staff Nurses

Staff Nurses

Cork City & County

37.5 Hour working week

(Shift work including night duty)

Horizons is seeking highly motivated, compassionate and enthusiastic Staff Nurses to join our teams across Cork, supporting children and adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a dedicated, person-centred service where your clinical expertise and commitment will help individuals achieve their full potential, enhance their quality of life, and support families in a meaningful way. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care in a supportive and progressive environment.

Staff Nurse: The 13 -point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026:

€37,788, €39,760, €40,767, €42,098, €43,775, €45,452, €47,120, €48,563, €50,009, €51,458, €52,937, €54,412, €56,032LSI

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.

Application Criteria:

• Possess a relevant third level qualification in Nursing (level 8 degree), and be on the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
• Have update to date permissions to work and reside in Ireland at time of application.
• Have very good interpersonal skills and the flexibility to meet the changing needs of the people Horizons supports are essential requirements.
• Experience working with people with people with an intellectual disabilities and/or autism is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Have proficient IT Skills.
• Be flexible and a team player.
• A full clean driving license is desirable.

What we offer:

• Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A flexible and supportive work environment.
• Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme.
• An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Bike to work scheme.

Informal enquiries may be made to Informal enquiries may be made to Patricia Hetherington, Assistant Director of Nursing on 086 823 3003.

A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, fulltime or part-time Staff Nurse positions that may arise across all areas managed by Horizons.

Completed applications must be returned no later than Wednesday 24th June 2026.

Visit our website at www.horizonscork.ie