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Opportunities in Ireland

Advance Your Healthcare Career in Ireland

Ireland needs healthcare professionals like you – and we are here to support you on your journey to Ireland.

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment (KCR) connects skilled healthcare professionals with permanent opportunities across Ireland’s public healthcare system – from the Health Service Executive (HSE) to private hospitals, disability services and nursing homes nationwide.

Whether you are a Registered Nurse or Midwife, Healthcare Assistant (HCA), Social Care Worker, or Allied Health Professional, we have opportunities across a wide range of specialties, backed by expert guidance every step of the way.

Secure an Opportunity in Ireland’s Healthcare Sector

We are recruiting for hundreds of permanent positions across Ireland’s public and private healthcare services.

Explore the diverse areas where your skills are needed:

Nurses & Midwives

  • Hospital & Acute Care
  • Mental Health & Disability Services
  • Paediatrics & Child Health
  • Community & Public Health Program
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Healthcare Assistants

  • Hospital-Based Settings
  • Residential & Long-Term Care Settings
  • Community & Primary Care Settings
  • Disability Services
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Social Care Professionals

  • Children & Youth Services
  • Disability Services
  • Elderly Care
  • Addiction & Mental Health Services
  • Family & Community Services
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Allied Health Professionals

  • Hospital & Acute Care
  • Mental Health & Disability Services
  • Community & Primary Care
  • Elderly & Continuing Care
  • Specialist & Non-Clinical Areas
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Why Choose Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment?

  • #1 Ranked Healthcare Agency on the HSE International Nursing Framework
  • Trusted by healthcare providers nationwide
  • Decades of experience placing internationally trained professionals in Ireland
  • End-to-end recruitment support and relocation assistance

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Posted 29 Jul 2026
JO-2605-565615
Director of Nursing – Limerick
JO-2605-565615
  • €89,121 - 104,199
  • Limerick
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment are currently recruiting a Director of Nursing. This is an exciting opportunity to join an ...

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Posted 29 Jul 2026
JO-2605-565543
Social Care Leader (Limerick City)
JO-2605-565543
  • €57,484 - 67,130
  • Limerick City
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment are currently recruiting Social Care Leaders/ Designated Centre Administrators for an inclu...

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Posted 29 Jul 2026
JO-2607-567184
Social Care Workers – Tipperary
JO-2607-567184
  • €36,000 - 53,500
  • Thurles, Tipperary
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment (KCR) is recruiting experienced Social Care Workers for mainstream residential services in ...

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Posted 29 Jul 2026
JO-2607-567021
Social Care Leaders – Tipperary
JO-2607-567021
  • €39,000 - 56,500
  • Thurles, Tipperary
  • Full Time

Permanent Opportunities | Mainstream Residential ServicesKate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment (KCR) is recruiting experienced So...

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Posted 29 Jul 2026
JO-2604-564430
Staff Midwives – Mullingar & Portlaoise
JO-2604-564430
  • €38,166 - 54,956
  • Mullingar and Portlaoise
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment (KCR) are seeking Midwives for Maternity Hospitals in Ireland – Locations: Mullingar ...

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Posted 29 Jul 2026
JO-2410-542026
Person in Charge (Social Care Leader)
JO-2410-542026
  • €56,000 - 68,000
  • Sligo
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment are currently recruiting experienced Person In Charge (Social Care Leader) in Ireland: Slig...

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Posted 12 Jul 2026
JO-2604-564759
Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Emergency Trauma, Dublin
JO-2604-564759
  • €62,078 - 78,443
  • Dublin
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment (KCR) are currently recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Emergency Trauma Reception, for a level 4 te...

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Posted 29 Jun 2026
JO-1803-404943_39
Interviews for Portuguese Healthcare Professionals
JO-1803-404943_39
  • Negotiable
  • Multiple Locations in Ireland
  • Full Time

INTERVIEWS IN PORTUGAL (please only apply if you have a European Union passport) Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment (KCR) w...

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Posted 28 Jun 2026
JO-2203-487644
Recruitment Consultant – Healthcare, Galway
JO-2203-487644
  • Negotiable
  • Galway
  • Full Time

Recruitment Consultant - Healthcare - Galway City, Ireland Experience in recruitment is essential. Key responsibilities include: So...

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Posted 28 Jun 2026
JO-2605-565638
Clinical Nurse Manager 3 (Limerick), Ireland
JO-2605-565638
  • €71,432 - 80,671
  • Limerick
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment are currently recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager 3 (CNM3) . This is an exciting opportunit...

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The Benefits of Working in Ireland

Working in Ireland’s healthcare system means career growth, work-life balance, and access to one of Europe’s most respected healthcare systems.

You can look forward to:

  • Permanent full-time contracts
  • Competitive salary scale
  • Relocation assistance
  • Professional development
  • Generous annual leave entitlements
  • Flexible working
  • Maternity and parental benefits

Our Support for International Candidates

We understand that moving to a new country is a big step – and we re here to support you every step of the way. Our clients offer financial relocation assistance, and we also provide support with:

  • Flights and airport transfers
  • Temporary accommodation upon arrival in Ireland
  • Pastoral care and onboarding
  • Settling into work and life in Ireland

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Your Journey to Ireland Starts Here

If you are a qualified healthcare professional seeking new opportunities in Ireland, we are ready to help you take the next step.

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