Registered Nurse (Full Time)

Bushy Park Nursing Home Ltd is seeking a caring, compassionate and dedicated Staff Nurse to join our team at Bushy Park Nursing Home in Borrisokane, Co. Tipperary.

The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering high-quality, person-centred nursing care to our residents, promoting their dignity, independence, comfort and overall well-being. We are looking for a motivated and professional nurse who is committed to maintaining the highest standards of care and working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary team.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Resident care: Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised nursing care plans to meet each resident’s physical, emotional and social needs.
• Medication management: Administer and monitor medications safely and in accordance with prescribed instructions, nursing home policies and relevant professional guidelines.
• Clinical assessments: Monitor residents’ health, vital signs and general condition, recognising and responding promptly to any changes or deterioration.
• Care planning: Maintain accurate, up-to-date nursing documentation, care plans, clinical records and medication administration records.
• Personal care and dignity: Support residents’ comfort, privacy, independence and dignity while ensuring their individual preferences are respected.
• Communication: Liaise effectively with GPs, healthcare professionals, residents, families and colleagues regarding residents’ care and well-being.
• Infection prevention and control: Follow all infection control procedures, hygiene standards and health and safety policies.
• Safeguarding: Promote residents’ rights and protect them from abuse, neglect or harm, reporting any concerns in accordance with policy.
• Clinical leadership: Provide guidance and support to healthcare assistants and other team members, delegating duties appropriately and supervising care delivery where required.
• Emergency response: Recognise and respond appropriately to medical emergencies, following established procedures.
• Quality and compliance: Work in accordance with NMBI professional standards, HIQA requirements, relevant legislation and the nursing home’s policies and procedures.
• Resident activities and well-being: Encourage residents to participate in suitable social and recreational activities to support quality of life.
• Teamwork: Contribute positively to handovers, staff meetings, multidisciplinary discussions and the continuous improvement of resident care.

Essential Requirements

• Hold a recognised qualification in General Nursing or an equivalent nursing qualification.
• Be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Have a genuine interest in caring for older people and promoting person-centred care.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Be capable of working independently and as part of a team.
• Have a professional, compassionate and responsible approach to nursing practice.
• Demonstrate a good understanding of safeguarding, infection prevention and clinical documentation requirements.
• Previous experience in an older persons’ residential care setting is desirable.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time employment.
• Competitive rate of pay of €21.00 per hour.
• 39 hours per week.
• An opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives.
• A supportive working environment within a dedicated care team.
• Immediate placement for the successful candidate.

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate and dedicated nurse who would like to join the team at Bushy Park Nursing Home, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your CV and relevant nursing qualifications to the management team at Bushy Park Nursing Home Ltd.

Employer: Bushypark Nursing Home LtdPlace of Work: Bushy Park Nursing Home, Borrisokane, Co. TipperaryPosition: Staff NurseSalary: €21.00 per hourEmployment Type: Permanent, full-time

Pay: €21.00-€25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person