Staff Nurse

We are now inviting applications for the role of Staff Nurse to join our team in Cahercalla Community Care

The Role

As a Staff Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our residents. You will ensure dignity, respect, and compassion are at the heart of everything you do, while maintaining professional standards and contributing to a positive team environment.

Responsibilities:

Provide care that respects the dignity, privacy, and individuality of each resident.

Act as a Named Nurse, maintaining all relevant documentation accurately.

Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and visitors, providing support and comfort where needed, particularly in times of bereavement.

Ensure all Mowlam Healthcare policies and standards are understood and adhered to by staff.

Maintain clear, concise, and accurate records in line with legislation and internal standards.

Safeguard the administration, custody, and control of all drugs and medicines in accordance with policy.

Demonstrate knowledge and awareness of HIQA standards and participate in inspection processes.

Manage admissions in line with procedures, ensuring all documentation is completed.

Liaise with healthcare professionals regarding resident discharge to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements:

First level registration

Registered on the NMBI live register.

Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Strong decision-making ability.

Self-motivated with the ability to inspire others.

A collaborative team player with the ability to work on own initiative.

Results-driven and committed to high standards of care.

All posts are subject to satisfactory references, medical and Garda vetting.

Note

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role and the range of duties, it does not attempt to detail every activity. Given the nature of the work, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the care centre. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically by the Manager.