Staff Nurse, Castlebellingham

Job Description

Ensure the efficient running of the nursing home and maintain a supportive, client-focused environment.

Report any client illness promptly and arrange GP or other professional reviews when needed.

Complete, update, and maintain individualised Care Plans in line with An Bord Altranais and company guidelines.

Assess and review clients’ health and social care needs, providing direct nursing care and ongoing supervision.

Maintain accurate documentation and ensure timely monthly (or more frequent) Care Plan reviews.

Conduct regular client checks and provide clear, concise shift handovers to relevant staff.

Administer and document medications safely and in accordance with company procedures and regulatory standards.

Communicate effectively with clients, families, colleagues, and the multidisciplinary team; participate in meetings as required.

Follow all Health & Safety, infection control, emergency, and fire procedures; report hazards, incidents, and equipment issues immediately.

Protect confidentiality, follow all policies and regulations, maintain equipment and security, and perform additional reasonable duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
  

• Genuine interest in working with the relevant client group
  

• Current registration with An Bord Altranais
  

• Strong team player
  

• Registered 1st level Nurse
  

• Experience or qualification in care for the relevant client category
  

• Knowledge of HIQA Standards
  

• Previous supervisory experience
  

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Paid training and continuous professional development

Support for postgraduate education

Opportunities for career progression and internal promotion

Flexible working hours and work–life balance support

Pension scheme and employee assistance programme

Transport and meal allowances (where applicable)

Supportive, team-focused working environment

Modern facilities and high clinical standards

Recognition and rewards for performance

Work permit transfers can be facilitated

Requirements
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels Genuine interest in working with the relevant client group Current registration with An Bord Altranais Strong team player Registered 1st level Nurse Experience or qualification in care for the relevant client category Knowledge of HIQA Standards Previous supervisory experience