Staff Nurse

at  emeis Ireland

emeis Ireland is the largest Nursing Home Group and a market leader in Ireland for elderly care.

At emeis Ireland we are looking for an experienced Staff Nurse to join our team. To work as a team member providing a high quality of care to all residents within the nursing home, meeting their physical, psychological, religious, and social needs. To liaise positively and with the resident’s best interests with all members of the primary care team, with relatives and all staff within the nursing home.

• Unfortunately, at this time we are not accepting overseas applications that require sponsorship

CARE:

• Take full responsibility for Resident care as directed by the Home Manager. For example, Nurses must ensure that residents receive suitable and timely bathing, showering and toileting.
• Use the available computer facilities to record and maintain resident’s files on EPIC.
• Report any ill-health amongst Residents and consult with the Nurse Manager prior to making requests for GP / Professional visits where necessary.
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care, seeking medical or other interventions as required. Observe and provide for any additional requirements residents may have i.e. Chiropody, Sight testing, Hearing appointments etc.
• Participate in the evaluation and review of policies and procedures as and when required.
• Ensure collection of any specimens that must be sent to the surgery/hospital.
• Carry out all nursing procedures efficiently and effectively.
• Administer prescribed medicines and maintain the appropriate records in line with the Company’s policies and procedures and NMBI guidelines ensuring for example that medication is consumed by the resident.
• Practice maximum integrity in all dealings with Residents’ personal & financial affairs, & avoid abuse of the privileged relationships

SKILLS

• Proof of full current registration with NMBI
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels English language ability must be such that the staff member is competent to communicate effectively with residents in relation to speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
• Clinical Expertise in Professional area of qualification.
• Team player.
• Genuine interest in working with the relevant Resident group.
• Must provide Garda Vetting clearance in line with H.I.Q.A. requirements.
• Care for the Elderly experience / qualification.
• Positive and compassionate attitude.
• A high degree of empathy sensitivity and patience.
• A nurturing and positive can do attitude.
• The ability to follow procedures and instructions.
• A desire to use your initiative, but also to work in a team.
• Excellent observational and communication skills.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.