Staff Nurse - UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford

Staff Nurse - UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford

Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital

Job type: Permanent

Overview of role

UPMC is hiring a Staff Nurse for the Medical Ward at UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as a member of the nursing team at UPMC Whitfield Hospital to deliver high quality, patient centred care to patients and their families.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the multidisciplinary team to support safe and efficient care delivery.
• Work closely with nursing colleagues to support the development of innovative practices and ensure care is delivered in line with evidence based standards.
• Develop and maintain specialist knowledge and clinical competence relevant to the assigned clinical area.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, fostering a positive team environment and promoting collaborative working practices.
• Actively participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care in partnership with consultants, the nursing team, multidisciplinary colleagues, patients, and carers.
• Take responsibility and accountability for the holistic care of a designated group of patients on a shift by shift basis.
• Ensure that the highest standards of patient safety, quality of care, and clinical governance are consistently upheld.
• Promote and deliver a patient centred approach to care, acting as an advocate for patients and providing appropriate emotional and psychological support throughout their admission.

Qualifications & Experience

• Registered General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum of 2 years post registration experience in a medical and/or surgical clinical setting (essential).
• Relevant experience in a general inpatient ward environment (essential).
• Experience in an Emergency Department, critical care or Acute Medicine Unit setting is desirable.
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and a commitment to learning.

Salary: €37,284.35 - €53,686.64 per annum based on a 37 hour week.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive pension plan, company funded Death in Service benefit 3 times. Critical illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Rewards for performance that support the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.