Staff Nurse

Job Title: Staff Nurse in Day Surgery Unit

Role Purpose:

Deliver high-quality patient care and practice within established codes of conduct, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and procedures.

You will be personally accountable for your actions at all times, promoting a safe environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues.

• Registered in the general division of An Bord Altranais.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in acute hospital settings.
• Evidence of personal and professional development.

1. Assessment, Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation:

• Utilize assessment skills to identify patient needs upon admission.
• Document nursing admission assessments thoroughly and accurately.
• Continuously assess patient condition.
• Clearly define patient problems requiring nursing care.
• Develop and document personalized care plans based on patient needs and best practices.
• Update written or computerized care plans as necessary.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members in accordance with patient care plans.
• Develop discharge criteria from the time of admission.
• Plan work to allow time for training, meetings, etc.
• Provide comprehensive nursing care according to current standards and research.
• Administer care plans consistently and flexibly.
• Fulfill prescribed orders completely and accurately.
• Provide care with minimal supervision in a timely, accurate, and safe manner.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Advocate for patients while respecting their dignity and confidentiality.
• Function effectively in emergency situations.
• Adapt to changing workloads.
• Know and adhere to legal requirements set by An Bord Altranais.
• Evaluate and update care plans appropriately.
• Assess personal nursing practice against standards of care and recognize own abilities and competence.
• Participate in quality assurance by identifying recurrent nursing issues and collaborating in data collection and problem-solving.
• Comply with hospital policies regarding infection prevention and control.

• Maintain documents according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Update documents to reflect physical and emotional symptoms and changes.
• Report relevant information verbally and in writing to appropriate nursing personnel.
• Respond appropriately to patient/family requests and questions.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and other healthcare team members.
• Recognize self-limitations and seek assistance when needed.
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and team briefings.
• Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict, and prevents undue anxiety.

• Operate within established hospital policies, procedures, and standards.
• Support the Blackrock Clinic Mission Statement.
• Observe appropriate lines of authority.
• Demonstrate flexibility by assisting in other areas of the hospital as required.
• Set annual goals and objectives with a designated clinical leader.
• Continuously develop personal knowledge and skills.
• Seek additional education opportunities beyond those provided by the hospital.
• Provide direct supervision to other nursing team members when appropriate.
• Participate in working groups to enhance quality care within the clinic.
• Contribute to the education of learners and assist with the orientation of new personnel.
• Present a professional appearance and maintain punctuality.
• Accept responsibility for acting up in specific instances as assigned.

Benefits of Working at Our Clinic:

Competitive salary

Onsite parking

Pension

Annual bonus*

Discounted café

Sports and Social club

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted onsite pharmacy

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that promotes equality and dignity at work. Reasonable accommodations can be arranged to support individuals with specific needs.

Our clinic is passionate about supporting our employees' growth and development.

Skills: Day Surgery, Day Unit Nursing