Location: Cork City
Start your mental health nursing career with confidence and flexibility. This agency role offers newly qualified psychiatric nurses the chance to build experience, develop clinical skills, and explore a range of leading psychiatric and high-support services across Cork City — all while choosing shifts that suit your lifestyle.
If you’re a recent graduate looking to gain diverse experience, grow professionally, and work within supportive multidisciplinary teams, this role is an excellent opportunity to begin your journey in mental health nursing.
As a Graduate Psychiatric Nurse, you will work across various psychiatric, acute mental health, and high-support units, supporting adults with a wide range of mental health and behavioural needs. You’ll gain exposure to different clinical environments, helping you develop confidence, adaptability, and a strong foundation for your future career.
This role is designed for graduates who are enthusiastic, curious, and eager to learn while delivering compassionate, person-centred care.
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Support adults with complex mental health needs, including those experiencing challenging behaviours or dual diagnoses.
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Assist with medication administration under supervision and maintain accurate clinical records.
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Participate in assessing, planning, and delivering individualised care plans.
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Collaborate with experienced multidisciplinary teams across multiple Cork City facilities.
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Promote dignity, recovery, and positive clinical outcomes for all service users.
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Newly Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) with NMBI or registration pending.
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Clinical placement experience in psychiatric or acute mental health settings.
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Enthusiastic, adaptable, and open to learning in fast-paced or specialised environments.
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Strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.
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Interest in developing skills in complex mental health, crisis intervention, or rehabilitation services.
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€24–€32 per hour (Day Shifts)
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Enhanced Night, Sunday, and Bank Holiday rates available
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Full flexibility — choose your own shifts and locations.
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Opportunities to experience a variety of psychiatric and high-support units.
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Premium hourly pay rates.
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Refer-a-friend bonus.
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Free uniform and free registration.
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Ongoing support from dedicated mental health recruitment consultants.
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A great way to build confidence and gain valuable post-graduate experience.
To apply or learn more, submit your application directly or contact Margaret O’Sullivan at +353 1 572 1184.
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