5 essential websites that nurses and healthcare workers should regularly visit
- irishbuzzguy
- Jun 21
- 2 min read
Here are 5 essential websites that nurses and healthcare workers should regularly visit when looking for job opportunities, registration guidance, or updates related to working in *Ireland’s healthcare sector*:
1. 🇮🇪 NMBI (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland)
Why it matters?
This is the official regulatory body for nurses and midwives in Ireland. You must be registered here to practice legally.
* Guides on registration (especially for overseas applicants)
* Professional standards and code of conduct
* Updates on qualifications and English language requirements
✅ Must-visit for: Nurses applying to work in Ireland for the first time.
2. 🏥 HSE Jobs – Health Service Executive
Why it matters:
The HSE is Ireland’s public health service. It regularly posts government healthcare jobs including:
* Staff nurses, midwives, clinical nurse managers
* Healthcare assistants (HCAs), physiotherapists, etc.
* Detailed job descriptions, salary, and application guidance
✅ *Must-visit for:* Those seeking stable, public-sector healthcare positions.
### 3. 🌍 Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment – Employment Permits
Why it matters:
If you're a non-EU nurse or healthcare worker, you will need a **work permit* to work in Ireland. This site provides:
* Info on Critical Skills and General Employment Permits
* Processing timelines and eligibility criteria
* Application forms and employer guidance
✅ Must-visit for: International candidates or agencies hiring them.
4. 💼 IrishJobs.ie – Healthcare Job Listings
Why it matters:
One of Ireland’s biggest job portals, with a dedicated *Healthcare section* that includes roles for:
* Registered nurses, carers, allied health professionals
* Both private and public sector employers
* Filter options for location, salary, and experience level
✅ *Must-visit for:* Actively job-seeking nurses or caregivers already in Ireland.
5. ⚖ *CORU – Ireland's Health and Social Care Professional Regulator
Why it matters:
CORU regulates allied health professionals like physiotherapists, radiographers, and social workers.
* Registration requirements and guidance for each profession
* Code of conduct and professional practice resources
* Public register to confirm a candidate’s status
✅ Must-visit for: Allied health professionals needing CORU registration to work in Ireland legally.
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