Mercy University Hospital

From Cardiac Care to Intensive Care, MUH’s varied specialist services offer real career choice to its team. Nursing Specialist areas include General/Specialist Medical & Surgical Services, Critical Care, Stroke Service, Theatre, Oncology, Gastroenterology, Emergency, Inclusion Health and Care of the Older Person.

Allied Health Professional areas include Cardiac and Respiratory Physiology, Dietetics, Laboratories, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Radiology, Social Work, and Speech and Language Therapy.

MUH provides complex diagnostic, medical and surgical services at local, regional and national levels on a 24/7 basis. The hospital currently has 316 beds providing a general hospital function of acute unscheduled care (24/7 Emergency Department) as well as a wide range of scheduled elective diagnostics and both day case and complex elective surgery. There is an on-site acute HSE mental health service with 50 in-patient beds.

“Everyone from the time I entered to the time I left were brilliant. They were professional and warm and very attentive and made me feel as comfortable as they could.”

- Patient - YourExperience.ie

The hospital is a leading provider of healthcare education affiliated with University College Cork, Ireland and many of the postgraduate training bodies. The Health Research Board Clinical Research Facility, Cork’s (CRF-C) administrative centre and its Adult Research Unit are located in MUH. MUH is committed to being an exemplar model of ‘one hospital on multiple sites’ and this is evidenced through the governance of off-site MUH services on St Mary’s Health Campus, Cork including the Mercy Local Injury Unit and the Transitional Care Unit and the offsite Medical Oncology Unit at the Lee Clinic, Cork. As the hospital now extends into the wider community, it continues to generate valuable and inclusive cross-city links with many different agencies.

Mercy University Hospital nursing jobs and pay

Pay rates quoted below are based on pay details in 3 advertisements on Nurses.co.uk in September 2024. MUH follow HSE (Health Service Executive) National Salary Scales.

Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) job and pay

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Candidate CNS for Dementia Care at Mercy University Hospital is a full-time, permanent role. The position focuses on providing specialist nursing care to dementia patients, working collaboratively with medical professionals, conducting patient assessments, and ensuring services meet best practice standards. The role requires qualifications in dementia care and experience, with an emphasis on professional development and evidence-based practice. Salary ranges from €59,070 to €69,834 per year.

Clinical Nurse Manager 3 (CNM3) job and pay

The Clinical Nurse Manager 3 (CNM3) for Nurse Education at Mercy University Hospital in Cork oversees planning, developing, and delivering education programs for registered nurses. This full-time, specified-purpose role includes assessing learning needs, ensuring compliance with professional standards, and designing accredited programs. Candidates must be NMBI-registered with significant teaching experience. Salary ranges from €67,972 to €76,761 per year.

Director of Nursing job and pay

The Director of Nursing at Mercy University Hospital leads the nursing department, ensuring high-quality, patient-centred care. Responsibilities include managing nursing governance, contributing to risk management, and advising on clinical governance. The role requires 10 years of post-registration nursing experience and a Level 8 or higher qualification. Salary: €91,030 to €106,216.

Apply to these jobs at Mercy University Hospital's here on Nurses.co.uk

Mercy University Hospital employee benefits

Mercy University Hospital offers a range of benefits to its employees. These include:

Pension and Salary
A career average defined benefit pension scheme (Single Public Service Pension Scheme) and nationally agreed (enhanced) salary scales. We offer a Bike-to-Work scheme and a Tax-Saver scheme..

Work-Life Balance
Flexible working options with 28% of staff working non-full-time hours.

Leave
Excellent holiday entitlements, along with study leave.

Well-being Support
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and a comprehensive Wellbeing Programme.

On-Site Amenities
Freshly cooked meals in the on-site canteen, and free vaccinations based on role.

Sustainability Initiatives
The hospital's Greenway57 programme promotes energy efficiency and waste reduction.

Personal Development
Opportunities for internal promotions; we have on average 100 promotions annually. There are opportunities for specialised training, including our New Nurse Graduate Transition Programme. We also provide a Study Scheme to provide support for work related academic studies.

Career Choice
As a multidisciplinary, acute, growing hospital, MUH’s varied specialist services offer real career choice to our nursing team from Specialist Medical & Surgical Services to Oncology, Emergency, and more.

Values Led Organisation
We live by our Core Values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice, Respect and Team Spirit. We pride ourselves on our diverse, inclusive and welcoming environment. We currently employ approx. 47 different nationalities and embrace the strengths to be found in our diversity.

Additional Perks
Staff discounts with local businesses, sports and social clubs, and volunteering opportunities. We are mostly city centre based and therefore easily accessible by public transport.

Why you should choose a career with Mercy University Hospital

Mercy University Hospital supports staff development with approx. 100 promotions annually. The hospital prioritises work life balance with 28% of its team working part time hours. They offer nationally agreed (enhanced) Salary Scales, Pension Scheme, Study Scheme, excellent holidays and subsidised canteen.

They live by their Core Values of Compassion, Excellence, Justice, Respect and Team Spirit.

“All the nursing staff were particularly friendly and always to give you any care you needed whether it be physical, pain and nausea medication, whenever needed and the kitchen staff who brought up food and suppers/teas were very clued in to exactly what diet you were on and what you were allowed."

- Patient - YourExperience.ie

Mercy Stars Awards
The Mercy Stars Awards celebrate outstanding staff members and fundraising volunteers who contribute to exceptional patient care and support.

Mercy University Hospital career development

Mercy University Hospital (MUH) offers several career development opportunities, including:

Internal Promotions
Over 100 staff receive internal promotions each year.

Training and Education
Tailored site induction, in-house, and specialized training.

Professional Development
The hospital supports continuous learning through accredited programs and study leave.

Performance Management and Recognition
Structured performance reviews and service recognition awards reward excellence and commitment

These opportunities promote growth within a supportive and learning-driven environment.