Welcome to Nurse Ireland

Your Trusted Partner for International Nurse Recruitment

Nurse Ireland connects Irish healthcare providers with high-quality international nurses who hold NMBI Decision Letters, ensuring a faster, more predictable recruitment process.

WHO Ethical Compliant NMBI Experts GDPR Compliant
International nurse providing elderly care in Ireland

Empowering Healthcare Employers with Quality Staffing

Irish healthcare employers need stability, reliability, and quality staffing. Nurse Ireland delivers this through an ethical, fully compliant, and professionally managed international recruitment service.

We provide high-quality, pre-screened nurses, supported through every step of registration, immigration, and relocation — ensuring smooth onboarding and long-term retention.

  • End-to-end recruitment management
  • NMBI registration & visa support
  • Post-arrival welfare programme
  • WHO-aligned ethical practices
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Fully Screened, Interview-Ready Nurses

You receive only high-quality shortlists, not volume-based CV submissions

NMBI Status

  • Decision Letter holders
  • Eligibility for Adaptation or RCSI Aptitude Test
  • Documentation verified

Clinical Qualifications

  • Accredited nursing degree
  • Relevant clinical experience aligned to employer needs
  • Professional references

English Proficiency

  • IELTS or OET results
  • Meeting NMBI language requirements

Compliance & Background

  • Identity and right-to-work documentation
  • Police clearance from relevant jurisdictions
  • Employment history verification

Occupational Health

  • Vaccination records in line with Irish healthcare standards
  • Health screening compliance

Who We Work With

We supply qualified international nurses to healthcare facilities of all types across Ireland

Nursing Homes & Residential Care

Staff nurses, elderly care specialists, dementia care experts

Public & Private Hospitals

General, surgical, paediatric, and psychiatric nurses

Community & Home Care

Visiting nurses, palliative care, community health

Mental Health Services

Psychiatric nurses, behavioural support specialists

Disability Services

Specialist care for intellectual and physical disabilities

Why Partner with Nurse Ireland

Access to NMBI Decision Letter Holders

Our candidates have already completed the NMBI assessment process, meaning they are eligible to proceed directly to adaptation or the RCSI Aptitude Test, significantly reducing hiring timelines.

Ethical & WHO-Aligned Recruitment

We adhere to the WHO Global Code of Practice, ensuring ethical recruitment with zero fees to candidates. We do not actively recruit from countries on the WHO safeguarding (red) list, but we support candidates who apply to us independently, maintaining full compliance and integrity.

Full NMBI & Immigration Management

We manage the entire NMBI registration, work permits, visas, and Garda vetting — reducing delays for your facility.

Transparent, Predictable Process

Weekly progress updates, clear timelines, fully tracked candidate status. You always know where things stand.

Dedicated Account Manager

A single point of contact who understands your facility. We work as an extension of your team.

Post-Arrival Support = Higher Retention

6-month welfare programme with check-ins, cultural orientation, and issue resolution. Supported nurses stay longer.

Get Started in Five Easy Steps

1

Consultation & Job Briefing

We learn your needs and timeline

2

Sourcing & Screening

Global search, qualification checks

3

Shortlisting & Interviews

Verified candidates, coordinated interviews

4

Permits, Visa & NMBI

Employment permits, visa, registration

5

Relocation & Integration

Arrival support, welfare check-ins

Our Services for Healthcare Employers

End-to-End Recruitment

We manage the complete recruitment journey from briefing to post-arrival welfare.

  • Job briefing & role profiling
  • Global sourcing from ethical markets
  • Screening & pre-interviews
  • Shortlisting & interview coordination
  • Offer management & onboarding

NMBI Registration Support

We guide each nurse through the full NMBI registration, reducing delays.

  • Qualification recognition
  • Document verification
  • IELTS / OET preparation support
  • Decision Letter & Aptitude Test
  • Final PIN issuance tracking

Permits, Visas & Compliance

Full immigration and compliance management for every candidate.

  • Critical Skills Employment Permits
  • Atypical Work Schemes
  • Visa documentation checks
  • Garda vetting & PPS number
  • Travel & accommodation support

Flexible Service Packages

We offer a simple three-tier model designed to suit different employer needs

Get in Touch

Tell us about your staffing needs and we will contact you with a tailored proposal.

Nurse reviewing patient records in hospital

Ethical, Compliant & Responsible

Every placement meets the highest ethical and professional standards. Your reputation is protected.

  • WHO Ethical Recruitment Guidelines
  • GDPR & Data Protection Compliance
  • Irish Employment Regulations
  • Zero Fees to Candidates
  • Full Transparency & Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

The typical timeline from initial briefing to a nurse starting work is 4 to 8 months, depending on NMBI registration status and visa processing. Candidates with NMBI Decision Letters can start sooner. We provide clear timelines and weekly updates throughout.
NMBI registration includes qualification recognition, document verification, English language testing (IELTS/OET), a Decision Letter, and either an Adaptation programme or RCSI Aptitude Test. We manage this entire process for every candidate.
Recruitment fees are paid by the employer, never the nurse. This aligns with WHO Ethical Recruitment Guidelines and ensures we attract genuinely motivated professionals.
Most international nurses require a Critical Skills Employment Permit. In some cases, an Atypical Work Scheme applies during the adaptation period. We handle the full permit application process.
Every candidate undergoes multi-stage screening: nursing qualification verification, clinical experience review, English proficiency assessment, NMBI eligibility check, document review, and reference checks.
Yes. We work with nursing homes, residential care, public and private hospitals, community care, HSE facilities, mental health services, and disability services across Ireland.
We source globally from countries not on the WHO red list, ensuring ethical recruitment compliance. All candidates meet NMBI qualification standards and English language requirements.
Our post-arrival programme includes a first-week welfare check, monthly follow-ups for 6 months, cultural integration support, settling-in assistance, and issue resolution in collaboration with the employer.
Retention starts before arrival with cultural orientation and realistic expectations. Our 6-month post-arrival welfare programme provides regular check-ins, integration support, and early problem resolution.
No minimum. We work with employers of all sizes, from single positions to ongoing recruitment programmes. Our packages are flexible and tailored to your requirements.

Need Assistance?

Schedule a free consultation to discuss your staffing needs. We will prepare a tailored recruitment plan for your facility.

57 Clontarf Road, Dublin 3
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM