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Responsible to: Reporting to the Development Manager on a day to day basis. Purpose of the job: The provision of information, advice and advocacy services to members of the public and assisting the Development Manager in the work of the information service. Main Duties: The direct delivery of information, advice and advocacy services as determined by the Board of Directors and in line with the Citizens Information Board guidelines for the provision of Citizens Information Services. The delivery of outreach services through Citizens Information Services and other outlets as required. Follow up work arising from information and or advocacy sessions with clients. Assisting the Development Manager in the development of innovative processes for the provision of quality information to clients in various formats using the Citizens Information Board Citizens Information website www.citizensinformation.ie as an information tool, supplemented by other relevant information sources. To co operate with other service providers in the area and more generally, both statutory and voluntary, in the development of information and advocacy provision and on joint initiatives from time to time. Operation of query management, advocacy case management and data collection or statistical analysis systems. Operation of systems for monitoring and evaluation of the service. Undertaking publicity and promotional initiatives appropriate to the development of the service. Assisting in any research and or social policy initiatives appropriate to the development of the service. Identifying and feeding back to the Citizens Information Board issues that have social policy implications. Representing the CIS at conferences and similar events as decided by the Board or Development Manager. Such duties including administrative duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Development Manager. Minimum Education Qualifications and Attainments: Educated to Leaving Certificate standard, or equivalent, with a minimum of one year experience of working in an information, advice, or advocacy setting. or Less formal academic qualifications with a minimum of three years experience of working in an information, advice, or advocacy setting. Essential Knowledge and Experience: An understanding of the issues around the provision of, and access to information, advice and advocacy services. Working knowledge and understanding of how the social welfare, health and income tax systems operate in general and a working knowledge of at least one of the following subject areas: employment, housing, immigration, consumer rights, education. Excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills. Desirable Skills, Abilities and Experience: Demonstrated ability to absorb, analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing. Previous experience in the information or voluntary sector. Proven ability to represent, negotiate and communicate on a client’s behalf. Ability to work on own initiative and as a member of a team, working effectively within the support and supervision structures operated by the CIS. Ability to interpret and implement organisational policy. Successful Candidate will be: Committed to the provision of free, confidential, impartial, local and independent information, advice and advocacy services. Have an understanding and knowledge of the range of information, advice and advocacy services provided by the Citizens Information Services supported by the Citizens Information Board and knowledge of volunteering, with reference in particular to the distinctive characteristics of an organisation which provides a service to the public through the agency of trained volunteer personnel. Be open to work unsocial hours as may be required from time to time and willing to attend evening and occasional weekends. Time Off In Lieu arrangements apply in all such circumstances. This is a permanent position, subject to satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period. The period of probation may be extended at the discretion of the Development Manager or Regional Manager. The successful candidate will be available to work 17.5 hours per week part time. There may be a requirement to work evenings from time to time. Salary Scale: range of €34,672, €37,201, €39,755, €41,656, €43,497, €45,977, €47,781, €49,599 maximum, €51,251 LSI 1, €52,899 LSI 2. Salaries pro rata for part time work. Incremental Credit: It is expected that all new entrants to South Munster Citizens Information Service will be appointed at point one of the salary scale. However, South Munster Citizens Information Service operates an incremental credit process for appointments higher than point one. This process is applicable to new entrants into South Munster Citizens Information Service. Incremental credit criteria, based on the competencies for the role, are assessed against employment history as laid out in the application form only. A request for incremental credit from a successful candidate must be made within the first 3 months of employment. The decision on whether or not to award an incremental credit is a decision made by the Board and is subject to the availability of funding. Pension: A company pension scheme is in place, and membership is obligatory upon commencement. Employee contribution 5 percent of salary, employer contribution 7 percent of salary. Please note the Citizens Information Service has established a normal retirement age in line with the state pension age currently 66. Annual Leave: Calculated on a pro rata basis for part year service as follows: 23 days 24 days upon completion of 2 years service 25 days upon completion of 5 years service Full terms and conditions are contained in a Staff Handbook, which is issued with and forms part of the Employee Contract at CIS.
Development Manager
Responsible to: The Regional Manager of South Connacht Citizens Information Service CIS Purpose of the job: To be responsible for the management and development of service delivery within a specified service area of the South Connacht Citizens Information Service region, and to contribute to the development, leadership and management of the service as part of the Regional Management Team. Main Duties: Be responsible for the development and delivery of service of the assigned service area, in line with the company’s strategy, action plan and the Citizens Information Board guidelines for the provision of Citizens Information Services. To contribute to the development and implementation of a regional strategy for the provision of quality information, advice, and advocacy services. Management of Service Delivery Manage and develop the provision of information and advice services within the service area. Manage and develop the provision of advocacy services within the service area, with the support and assistance of the Advocacy Support Worker and other approved advocacy supports. Identify, manage and promote outreach services and other information related activities within the service area, in line with the company’s regional strategy and available resources. Leadership, Management and Team Development Lead, manage and motivate a team of paid and unpaid staff including volunteers and scheme workers, in conjunction with relevant stakeholders within the service area in the effective provision of information, advice and advocacy services. Responsible for identifying ongoing training, development and support needs of staff and address these through local, regional, and national training provisions. Actively participate within the regional performance management development system PMDS process, ensuring that this process is implemented with all paid staff reporting directly to this position. Quality Control Responsible for the implementation of approved quality control mechanisms to ensure accuracy and consistency of information and advice provision within the service area. Manage and actively monitor the accurate and timely electronic recording of CIS outputs in line with relevant data recording and case management requirements. Contribute to the development and operation of systems for monitoring and evaluating outputs of the CIS region within relevant guidelines, and responsibility for managing the implementation of same within the service area. Ensure compliance with data protection legislation and instil good practice among staff in this regard. Highlight issues of concern regarding accessibility to CIS services to the Regional Manager. Implement referral pathways both inter and cross regionally to support client access to appropriate level of service provision. Support the coordination of referrals to other services and collaborate with other CIB funded services to support clients. Administration Responsible for the effective management of recording and reporting on information, advice, and advocacy activity within the service area, including the reporting of social policy issues to the Citizens Information Board. Responsible for planning, managing and delivering timely and relevant service reports as required. Manage service area or project budgets as assigned by the Regional Manager from time to time. Ensure the implementation of the provided financial system within national and regional financial control and budgetary guidelines. Attend meetings and provide annual and other reports or submissions as required. HR Ensure compliance with employment legislation and with agreed HR policies and procedures as provided for within the CIS Staff Handbook. Maintain service area HR files and provide HR reports to the Regional Manager. Responsible for managing or supporting the recruitment of paid staff as agreed with the Regional Manager and in line with the company’s regional staffing strategy and CIS HR policies and procedures. Promoting CIS Undertake publicity and research initiatives appropriate to the development of the service at the service area level within CIB Financial Controls and procurement requirements. Contribute to and support regional publicity and research initiatives in conjunction with the Regional Management Team. Contribute to and support the development and implementation of a regional communications strategy in conjunction with the Regional Management Team. Contribute to and support the development and implementation of an outreach strategy in conjunction with the Regional Management Team. Develop, manage and consolidate effective relationships with key stakeholders both locally and regionally, and undertake outreach and other service related activities, as required. Contributing to CIS Regional and National Development Work collaboratively as part of the Regional Management Team to implement the organisation’s Strategic Plan. Contribute towards the development of policy and strategy at a national level in conjunction with the CIS Regional Manager. Support the Regional Manager on projects, innovations and developments within the organisation, and in the strategic planning for the service. Facilities Management Oversee the effective maintenance and management of CIC premises in the specified service area. Act as key liaison for all ICT issues and developments in the specified service area in liaison with CIB IT Support and the Regional Manager. Where appropriate, identify new premises opportunities, relocation or renovation projects and make recommendations to the Regional Manager for progressing such initiatives. Project manage approved projects in consultation with the Regional Manager and other approved project partners. Health and Safety Ensure the regional health and safety plan is implemented within the service area and follow all reporting guidelines regarding incidents or accidents at work. Participate in health and safety teams and initiatives within the region. Other Responsibilities The Development Manager will also be required to perform other duties appropriate to the role from time to time. Be open to working unsocial hours as may be required from time to time and willingness to attend evening and occasional weekend events. Time Off In Lieu arrangements apply in all such circumstances. Person Specification Essential Qualifications A relevant third level qualification social sciences, humanities, law, HR, management Level 8 on the NFQ framework and Minimum of 3 years experience in a managerial role in a similar environment or Less formal qualifications will be considered if candidates can demonstrate significant managerial experience minimum 5 years in a similar work environment Desirable Qualifications Management qualification Information, advice, advocacy qualification Essential knowledge and experience Significant experience in managing and or delivering a complex service as relevant to this role minimum 3 years Operational experience in managing and delivering change in a complex environment as relevant to this role Experience of managing a team Extensive knowledge of rights, entitlements and social policy issues relevant to CIS Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent standard of written English, report writing and evaluation skills Excellent IT and service data or case management software skills Experience of and commitment to capacity building among staff and organisations Strong leadership skills with a track record of innovation and implementing organisational improvements High degree of personal integrity Knowledge of and experience in coaching, mentoring and or staff training Ability to monitor and evaluate quality of service outputs and outcomes Experience of managing and motivating others and supervising professional practice A deep understanding of the needs of people with disabilities, of marginalised groups, persons in vulnerable situations, and the barriers experienced in accessing services Excellent judgement, with flexibility and problem solving abilities Experience in oral presentations and public speaking Knowledge and understanding of data protection obligations Desirable skills, abilities and experience Knowledge of community development Experience in project management Experience in delivering information, advice and advocacy, including representative advocacy services to the public and collaborative practice with other agencies Flexibility of approach and innovative thinking towards project or strategic work Networking skills Experience in facilities management Experience in health and safety management Core and special aptitudes, and skills Effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work as part of a management structure Management and delivery of results Leadership and management skills Analysis and decision making skills Administration, organisational and IT skills This is a temporary, part time position, subject to satisfactory completion of a six month probationary period. The period of probation may be extended at the discretion of the Regional Manager. The successful candidate will be available to work 17.5 hours per week. There may be a requirement to work evenings from time to time. Salary: Scale range of €51,249, €52,897, €54,547, €56,197, €56,819, €58,499, €61,648, €63,078, €64,812, €66,361 maximum, €67,295 LSI1, €68,228 LSI2. Salaries calculated on a pro rata basis for part time staff. Incremental Credit: It is expected that all new entrants to South Connacht CIS will be appointed at point one of the salary scale. However, South Connacht CIS operates an incremental credit process for appointments higher than point one. This process is applicable to new entrants into South Connacht CIS. Incremental credit criteria, based on the competencies for the role, are assessed against employment history as laid out in the application form only. A request for incremental credit from a successful candidate must be made within the first 3 months of employment. The decision on whether or not to award an incremental credit is a decision made by the Board and is subject to the availability of funding. A company pension scheme is in place, and membership is obligatory upon commencement. Employee contribution minimum 5 percent of salary, employer contribution 7 percent of salary. Please note the Citizens Information Service has established a normal retirement age in line with the state pension age currently 66.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €460+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.40• €19.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €16.20 • €20.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.30 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.90 • €22.38 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €35.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Deputy Store Manager
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Do you enjoy leading by example? This could be your next career move. Come and talk to us, to see what we’re all about. What you'll do Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €460+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.40• €19.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €16.20 • €20.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.30 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.90 • €22.38 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €35.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. Customer obsessed, high energy and love learning every day? If that sounds like you, earn €460+ per week as a Customer Assistant on our standard 30 hour contract.You’ll work across different shift times, on varied tasks and with different colleagues.What does a normal day* as a Customer Assistant look like? (*there’s no such thing as ‘normal’ in retail but we’ve tried our best!)As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. Please note: for this specific location, availability to work early morning shifts is necessary. Shift Patterns: • Morning shift: Starting at 5am or 6am with your team, you’ll be getting our award-winning products fully stocked on the shop floor and our delicious bakery products ready for our customers to enjoy by opening time so they can Go Full Lidl! • Middle shift: Starting mid-morning or early afternoon, you’ll make sure our stores are spotlessly clean, well presented and our products remain fresh, all while helping customers with queries on the shop floor and working on tills to minimise till queues• Late shift: From your start time in the afternoon, you’ll make sure our customers experience is top class by serving them with a smile while on the tills, restocking missing items and getting the store ready for the next day What you'll do • Interacting with the customer in a pleasant, friendly and helpful manner• Ensuring stock loss controls are followed in all areas of the store • Maintaining store and external cleanliness and hygiene standards• Following freshness and rotation principles• Ensuring all waste is managed correctly• Assisting in the stock count process What you'll need • A can-do attitude and excellent customer service skills• The willingness to go the extra mile for our customers• To be responsible and reliable• To enjoy working in a fast-paced, varied environment• A good team player• Preferably, previous experience in a customer facing role but this is not essential provided you have the right attitude • For this specific location, availability to work early morning shifts is necessary What you'll receive We offer a competitive and transparent salary system, that ensures pay equality across all positions at Lidl Year 1 • Basic Rate €15.40• €19.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.10 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €16.20 • €20.25 (Unsocial Hours) • €24.30 (Overtime/Sundays) • €32.40 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €17.90 • €22.38 (Unsocial Hours) • €26.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €35.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, age, disability, race, religious belief, political opinion or membership of the traveller community.
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Assistant General Manager
CAN YOU FOLLOW IN THE COLONEL’S FOOTSTEPS? Here’s a bit more on what you can expect from the job and some of the important experiences that can help you show you’ve got what it takes to make the Colonel proud… As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager (ARGM) you will be “wingman” or woman to the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) . You’re an authentic brand ambassador who also happens to love our chicken and chips. Our ARGM’s have a wealth of experience coming from a variety of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and even banks. You’ll be empowered to partner with your RGM to run your restaurant like you own it. We want to give the kind of guest service that makes guests come back for more so we’re looking for leaders who will coach their teams well and can create a culture that puts guests at the centre. WHO WE ARE Take one man with a big idea (and some serious style), add 11 herbs and spices, 1,009 rejections, buckets of grit, ambition and southern hospitality and you’ve got KFC. It’s simple, we’re a people business that sells chicken and chips (and some other pretty epic stuff too). OUR RESTAURANT CULTURE We do things the right way. It isn’t always easy, but it’s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and play hard and we welcome everyone into our big KFC family. It doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from, or what your shoe size is – everyone has a place at the Colonel’s table. All we ask is that you roll up your sleeves, get stuck in and treat our team like family and our guests as friends. It’s what the Colonel would do. That got you cluckin’ excited? Apply now - there might just be a seat for you at the Colonel’s table…
Clinical Skills Facilitator, Theatre And Surgical Hub, University Hospital
Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) has approximately 800 beds and this will increase further to 1,000 beds on completion of the transfer of additional services to the CUH campus. CUH currently employs approximately 4,571 (WTE) staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork (UCC). UCC is the Academic partner of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH has very strong relationships with each of the six schools within the Science Faculty of UCC and this is a key area for future development to maximise the opportunities for both the service and academia. CUH is a recommended Major Trauma Centre for the Republic of Ireland due to the wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Neonatology and Emergency Medicine. CUH is JAG accredited and is a Magnet4Europe Hospital. CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of approx. 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.2 million. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. Purpose of the Post The post of CNM 2 has a pivotal role in service planning, co-ordinating, and managing activity and resources within the clinical area. The main responsibilities are quality assurance, resource management, staffing and staff development, practice development, facilitating communication and professional / clinical leadership. Theatre Complex and Surgical Hub The Theatre Complex and Surgical Hub in CUH will ensure the provision of elective and emergency surgical procedures in the specialist theatre environments of Cardiothoracic, General, Vascular, Orthopaedic, Neurosurgery, Pancreatic, Colorectal, Plastics, Trauma, Urology, Renal, Hepatobiliary, Gynaecology and day procedures for adults and children. The Theatre Complex works on a 24/7 basis. There are a total of 13 theatres and 15 recovery bays. The Surgical Hub at Cork University Hospital (CUH) will be a dedicated facility designed to enhance day-case surgery and ambulatory capacity, addressing public waiting lists in advance of the development of regional elective hospitals. It will be located on the CUH campus, a Model 4 hospital, and will operate under the governance of CUH’s surgical/perioperative directorate. Clinical Skills Facilitator The Clinical Skills Facilitator provides clinical support to nurses in becoming competent, skilled and professional members of the multidisciplinary team who provide exemplary care to our service users. The Clinical Skills Facilitator also supports nurses in developing clinical skills and competencies in order to fulfil their roles and responsibilities in an ever changing health service. The role centres on the identification, support and provision of learning opportunities in clinical nursing practice. The post holder will work across all relevant areas of the CUH campus including the Theatre Complex and Surgical Hub. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Noreen O’ Leary (Assistant Director of Nursing) 086 7872340 or Email : noreen.oleary@hse.ie - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- People Resourcing, Tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
Clinical Nurse Manager Acute Medical Decision Unit / Floor, University Hospital
Details of Service Cork University Hospital (CUH) has approximately 800 beds and this will increase further to 1,000 beds on completion of the transfer of additional services to the CUH campus. CUH currently employs approximately 4,571 (WTE) staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in University College Cork (UCC). UCC is the Academic partner of the South/South West Hospital Group. CUH has very strong relationships with each of the six schools within the Science Faculty of UCC and this is a key area for future development to maximise the opportunities for both the service and academia. CUH is one of only two Major Trauma Centres in the Republic of Ireland due to the wide range of specialties delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Intensive Care, Oncology, Haematology, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Neonatology and Emergency Medicine. CUH is JAG accredited and is a Magnet4Europe Hospital. CUH is the tertiary referral centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of approx. 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional centre for a total a population of 1.2 million. Six Health Regions have been established within the HSE, on the basis of the geographical boundaries agreed by the Government in July 2019 and they will be operational from 2024. Each Health Region will be tasked with population specific planning resourcing and delivery of health and social care services for the needs of its unique population. This will result in improved accountability and governance in terms of finance and performance, while also bringing decision-making closer to the frontline. Health Regions will enable and empower staff to provide services that are: • Integrated, locally planned and delivered • Easier to access and navigate • Available closer to home Health Regions are geographically based units with clearly defined populations. They align community and hospital services within specific areas. The HSE will retain a strong but leaner central organisation, with more service provision developed at a local level. The HSE South West health region will manage and deliver all public health and social care services in Cork and Kerry. HSE South West includes all hospital and community healthcare services in the region. This includes: • South / South West Hospital Group S/SWHG • Cork Kerry Community Healthcare CKCH The Department of Population and Public Health is also now aligned with this health region Services in the South West health region: HSE Services working within this region include: • Acute Hospitals • Primary care services • Community services • Social care services • Health and social care professionals • Voluntary sector services South / South West Hospital Group and Cork Kerry Community Healthcare became part of HSE South West health region on 3rd March 2025 and the transition to the new structures will continue throughout 2026. Purpose of the Post To be responsible for the management, care and treatment of service users, to ensure that the optimum standard of care is provided within the designated area(s) of responsibility. The primary role of the CNM 1 will be one of clinical and professional leadership and development in the nursing team, including the development of nursing staff by means of in-service training, orientation of new staff and arranging for clinical experience and supervision of student nurses where this is appropriate. Acute Floor The Acute Floor comprises of the Emergency Department, Acute Medical Assessment Unit, Acute Medical Decision Unit and the Bandon/Blackwater Suite. Acutely unwell medical patients are admitted to the Acute Floor on a 24/7 basis. There is a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary teamwork across the Acute Floor. Prompt assessment and treatment by the multidisciplinary team is a cornerstone of efficient and effective management of these patients and this post requires an individual with strong leadership and team skills. The CNM1 will participate actively in the Nursing Management structure by ‘acting up’ when required in all areas within the Acute Floor. The CNM1 will work closely with the Assistant Directors of Nursing and Senior Nursing Team across the Acute Floor to ensure patient safety and flow as part of the Emergency Medicine and Acute Care Directorate. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact Siobhan Scanlon– Assistant Director of Nursing, Siobhan.scanlon@hse.ie / 0867872209 - for further information about the role Contact Tamara Broderick- People Resourcing, Tamara.broderick@hse.ie – for enquiries relating to the recruitment process
