About Silver Stream:
Silver Stream Healthcare Group is renowned for excellent employment and professional development opportunities. We’re dedicated to attracting and retaining a staff that embodies professionalism and dedication, contributing to the highest level of care for our residents. Through significant investment in staff development and training, our care teams are well-versed in international best practices and the latest advancements in residential elderly care.

REQUIREMENTS

• Registered on the Irish live register (NMBI). Must have active PIN.
• Bachelor’s (preferred).
• 1 year Nursing experience (preferred).
• Experience of HIQA Standards and Health Act Regulations 2013.
• Strong clinical & communication skills are required.
• IT skills, Computer literate in Outlook, Work and Excel.
• Fluent in English language (verbal and written).
• Proven attention to detail and follow through.

JOB PURPOSE:

As a Staff Nurse, you will play a crucial role in supervising and providing comprehensive nursing care, ensuring the health and comfort of our residents. Your expertise will be pivotal in fostering a supportive and healing atmosphere. We are currently looking for a dedicated and skilled Staff Nurse to join our team, someone who thrives in a nurturing environment and is passionate about delivering high standards of care.
This is a Full Time Contract.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Managing residents’ admissions, discharges, and medication administration in line with best practices.
• Developing individual care plans using a person-cantered approach.
• Ensuring the accurate and timely recording of Care Notes and Plans.
• Maintaining high standards of resident care and hygiene.
• Supervising mealtimes, attending to feeding requirements, and performing necessary personal care tasks.
• Assisting with in-house training, emergency response, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Assume responsibility on each shift for the nursing care of allocated residents.
• To plan and deliver a high standard of evidence-based individualised care.
• Lead a Team of Health care Assistants, allocate duties and ensure that they are performing their duties adequately.
• Evaluate resident care needs and in-conjunction with our multi-disciplinary team implement and evaluate individualised care plans that meet the resident’s needs.
• To adhere to the procedures/guidelines in place.
• Maintain clear, concise and accurate records within the home in accordance with legislation.
• Must be able to quickly and effectively work in an emergency situation.
• Performs procedures accurately, completely and safely.
• Build strong relationships with residents to encourage trust and understand their needs.
• Knowledge and awareness of HIQA standards and ability to participate in inspection process.
• Shifts are rostered Monday to Sunday and will include Night duty.