Posted 08 August, 2026
Clinical Nurse Manager 2 - Resuscitation Training Officer
Childrens Health Ireland
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1544554797
Purpose of the Role
An exciting opportunity to join the Resuscitation Officer Nursing team within CHI.
The Resuscitation Officer (RTO) will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of the Resuscitation Service within CHI sites.
This will involve planning, organisation, implementation and evaluation of all Basic and Advanced life support training for appropriate personnel.
A core responsibility will be the supervision and training of the multidisciplinary team in resuscitation and in particular, training on identification and responding to the clinically deteriorating patient to prevent cardiac arrest, and on general resuscitation issues in line with International, national and local strategy and service priorities. The post holder will act as an expert in resuscitation where appropriate, providing advice on an all aspects of resuscitation training, education and practice.
The Resuscitation Training Officer (RTO) will be responsible for the supervision, review and audit of resuscitation procedures.
The RTO will work with colleagues to create good working relationships that promote teamwork, innovation and encourages motivation and high standards of resuscitation practice, high quality care and patient safety.
Eligibility criteria, qualifications and experience
• Be registered on the Children's Division and/or the General Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
• Have at least 5 years post registration Children's Nursing experience in an acute setting, 3 of which must be in the specialty area of Resuscitation, PICU, ED, or related area.
• Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level
• Successful completion of Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS).
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 CVs and cover letter is Thursday, 20th of August 2026 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by 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 Helen Flynn, Assistant Director of Nursing, [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, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new 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.
• 5th October
• 2nd November
7th December
An exciting opportunity to join the Resuscitation Officer Nursing team within CHI.
The Resuscitation Officer (RTO) will be responsible for the co-ordination and management of the Resuscitation Service within CHI sites.
This will involve planning, organisation, implementation and evaluation of all Basic and Advanced life support training for appropriate personnel.
A core responsibility will be the supervision and training of the multidisciplinary team in resuscitation and in particular, training on identification and responding to the clinically deteriorating patient to prevent cardiac arrest, and on general resuscitation issues in line with International, national and local strategy and service priorities. The post holder will act as an expert in resuscitation where appropriate, providing advice on an all aspects of resuscitation training, education and practice.
The Resuscitation Training Officer (RTO) will be responsible for the supervision, review and audit of resuscitation procedures.
The RTO will work with colleagues to create good working relationships that promote teamwork, innovation and encourages motivation and high standards of resuscitation practice, high quality care and patient safety.
Eligibility criteria, qualifications and experience
• Be registered on the Children's Division and/or the General Division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
• Have at least 5 years post registration Children's Nursing experience in an acute setting, 3 of which must be in the specialty area of Resuscitation, PICU, ED, or related area.
• Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level
• Successful completion of Advanced Paediatric Life Support (APLS).
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 CVs and cover letter is Thursday, 20th of August 2026 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by 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 Helen Flynn, Assistant Director of Nursing, [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, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new 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.
• 5th October
• 2nd November
7th December
