Elderly Care Nurse - Dublin, Ireland

Job Overview

We are seeking experienced Nurses with a background in Western Europe, USA, South Africa, or Australia who possess strong fluency in both written and spoken English to provide comprehensive nursing care in Dublin, Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver diverse and high-quality professional nursing care following the Nursing Process with a focus on direct patient care.
• Work under supervision and guidance of the Head Nurse and/or Duty Manager to provide patient-centered nursing services.
• Operate on various shifts as required, serving in general and critical care units, operating rooms, labor and delivery, emergency departments, and clinics.
• Perform patient care tasks and related activities, including initial and ongoing physical and psychosocial assessments tailored to the patient's age.
• Evaluate educational needs of patients and families, facilitating learning through appropriate resources.
• Assess and prepare discharge plans in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Develop and adjust care plans aligned with medical diagnoses and patient-specific requirements, setting achievable and culturally sensitive goals.
• Organize and coordinate patient care tasks daily while adhering to established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Identify when to seek additional resources beyond one's expertise to meet patient care needs.
• Contribute to the review and development of patient care standards, policies, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Commit to ongoing professional growth and stay updated in nursing practices specific to the area of work.
• Utilize computer technologies as needed for documentation and care planning.
• Maintain strict infection control standards and safety awareness, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Participate actively in fire and disaster drills as well as emergency mock codes.
• Exhibit empathy, acceptance, and compassion towards patients and their families throughout care delivery.

Additional Information

This role requires flexibility with working hours, which may include on-call duties.