Staff Nurse- Medical Assessment Unit

Staff Nurse - Medical Assessment Unit

Permanent Full Time

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients in the Medical Assessment Unit.
• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Monitor patients' conditions, administer medications and treatments, and promptly report any changes.
• Work collaboratively with consultants, physicians, nurses, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure timely patient assessment and treatment.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation in accordance with NMBI and hospital standards.
• Educate and support patients and their families regarding treatment plans, medications, and discharge care.
• Prioritize and manage the care of acutely ill patients in a fast-paced assessment environment.
• Adhere to infection prevention and control, medication safety, and health and safety policies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and risk management activities.
• Supervise, support, and mentor junior nursing staff and students where appropriate.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development (CPD) and mandatory training.
• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care while upholding patient dignity, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

Requirements

• Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
• Minimum 3 years' post-registration experience in an acute care setting.
• Experience in a Medical Assessment Unit (MAU) or a similar department is desirable.
• ACLS certification is preferred; candidates must be willing to obtain certification if not already certified.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to deliver exceptional, high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Flexible and adaptable with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in cannulation and venepuncture is desirable, or willingness to acquire these skills.
• Top pay and great working conditions
• Immediate Start, Full-time Permanent