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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 11 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568595
Staff Nurse – Co. Limerick
JO-2609-568595
  • Negotiable
  • Limerick
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment is currently recruiting Staff Nurses for Residential Care Homes/Nursing Homes, Limerick, Ir...

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Posted 10 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568718
Social Care Positions – Ireland (Nationwide)
JO-2609-568718
  • €40,500 - 47,100
  • Limerick, Galway, Athlone, Mullingar, Leitrim, Sligo, Cavan
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment (KCR) are currently recruiting Social Care Workers/Residential Care Workers for disability ...

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Posted 10 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568660
Portuguese Staff Nurses – Elderly Care Homes
JO-2609-568660
  • €38,000 - 42,000
  • Ireland, Nationwide
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment are currently recruiting Portuguese Staff Nurse for elderly care homes in IrelandPlease note that ther...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568659
Spanish Staff Nurses – Elderly Care Homes Ireland
JO-2609-568659
  • €38,000 - 42,000
  • Ireland, Nationwide
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment are currently recruiting Spanish Staff Nurse for elderly care homes in IrelandPlease note that there i...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568671
Clinical Nurse Manager – Co. Clare
JO-2609-568671
  • €46,000 - 55,000
  • Ennis
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment is currently recruiting a Clinical Nurse Manager for elderly care homes in Co. Clare.Please note that ...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568670
Assistant Director of Nursing – Co. Limerick
JO-2609-568670
  • Negotiable
  • Limerick
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment is currently recruiting an Assistant Director of Nursing in elderly care homes in Co. Limerick.Please ...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568669
Director of Nursing – Co. Kerry
JO-2609-568669
  • €75,000 - 90,000
  • Killarney
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment is currently recruiting a Director of Nursing for elderly care homes in Co. Kerry.Please note that the...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568661
Italian Staff Nurses – Elderly Care Homes
JO-2609-568661
  • €38,000 - 42,000
  • Ireland, Nationwide
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment are currently recruiting Italian Staff Nurse for elderly care homes in IrelandPlease note that there i...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2609-568597
European Staff Nurses – Elderly Care Homes Dublin
JO-2609-568597
  • €38,000 - 42,000
  • Dublin
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Recruitment is currently recruiting a Staff Nurse in elderly care homes in Dublin.Please note that there is no spo...

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Posted 09 Sep 2026
JO-2607-567631
European Midwives – Maternity Hospitals in Ireland
JO-2607-567631
  • €38,166 - 54,956
  • Mullingar & Portlaoise
  • Full Time

Kate Cowhig International Healthcare Recruitment are seeking European Midwives for Maternity Hospitals in Ireland. Please only apply if you ...

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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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