Posted 27 June, 2026
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNM 2 grade) - Children's Pain Service
Childrens Health Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 446337491
Purpose of the Role
To 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.
The Pain management Clinical Nurse Manager role is pivotal within the multi-disciplinary approach to the management of acute and complex pain. The CNS in children's Pain will advise and direct clinical practice in pain management; act as a resource for pain management issues supported by the other Paediatric Pain Service members. Assist with developing and evaluating seamless effective Paediatric Pain Service, to promote excellence in patient care, and facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork.
There is a strong emphasis on regular patient contact for the purpose of assessment, monitoring and evaluation to ensure safety and efficacy of pain management therapies and techniques. This post is crucial in raising awareness and promoting a wider understanding of pain management strategies requiring an evidence-based approach.
The CNS will be expected to provide expert clinical knowledge in the management of acute and chronic pain to individual children and young people and their families. This will require collaboration with Consultant Anaesthetists/ Consultant in Pain, RANP Children's Pain, Ward managers and nursing staff, Specialist Nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Vision, innovation, flexibility, good communication, managerial and teaching skills are essential attributes. An appreciation of research is also necessary to carry out this role effectively.
Caseloade.g. Children - under 16 years of age with Acute and Chronic pain conditions.
Eligibility criteria, qualifications and experience
How to Apply & Informal Enquiries
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.
The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is Thursday, 2nd of July 2026 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking 'Apply for Job'
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Deirdre Hughes ADON [email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist - [email protected]
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.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
• 10thAugust
• 7thSeptember
• 5thOctober
• 2ndNovember
To 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.
The Pain management Clinical Nurse Manager role is pivotal within the multi-disciplinary approach to the management of acute and complex pain. The CNS in children's Pain will advise and direct clinical practice in pain management; act as a resource for pain management issues supported by the other Paediatric Pain Service members. Assist with developing and evaluating seamless effective Paediatric Pain Service, to promote excellence in patient care, and facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork.
There is a strong emphasis on regular patient contact for the purpose of assessment, monitoring and evaluation to ensure safety and efficacy of pain management therapies and techniques. This post is crucial in raising awareness and promoting a wider understanding of pain management strategies requiring an evidence-based approach.
The CNS will be expected to provide expert clinical knowledge in the management of acute and chronic pain to individual children and young people and their families. This will require collaboration with Consultant Anaesthetists/ Consultant in Pain, RANP Children's Pain, Ward managers and nursing staff, Specialist Nurses and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Vision, innovation, flexibility, good communication, managerial and teaching skills are essential attributes. An appreciation of research is also necessary to carry out this role effectively.
Caseloade.g. Children - under 16 years of age with Acute and Chronic pain conditions.
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 Pain Services, Acute Nursing, Theatre or Recovery, or Critical Care;
- 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 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).
- Have the ability to practice safely and effectively fulfilling his/her professional responsibility within his/her scope of practice.
How to Apply & Informal Enquiries
Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.
The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is Thursday, 2nd of July 2026 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking 'Apply for Job'
* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.
Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobsby clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Deirdre Hughes ADON [email protected]
For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist - [email protected]
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.
Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 for your information.
• 10thAugust
• 7thSeptember
• 5thOctober
• 2ndNovember
