Job Description: Nurse - Step Down Unit
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Nurse to join our client's Step Down Unit in Tipperary.
This position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality care to patients transitioning from acute hospital settings to a less intensive care environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Patient Care: Deliver comprehensive nursing care, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
* Monitoring: Regularly monitor patients' vital signs, progress, and overall condition, promptly reporting any changes to the healthcare team.
* Medication Administration: Administer medications accurately and safely in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.
* Collaboration: Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including doctors, physiotherapists, and social workers, to ensure holistic patient care.
* Education and Support: Provide education and emotional support to patients and their families, helping them understand their care plans and recovery process.
* Discharge Planning: Assist in preparing patients for discharge by coordinating with community services and ensuring follow-up care is in place.
* Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, adhering to legal and organizational standards.
* Safety and Compliance: Ensure all practices comply with infection prevention and control measures, health and safety regulations, and hospital policies.
Qualifications and Requirements:
* Education: Registered General Nurse (RGN) qualification.
* Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
* Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of nursing experience in a hospital or clinical setting.
* Skills: Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Why Apply?
* Professional Growth: Opportunities for continued education, training, and career advancement.
* Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
* Competitive Benefits: Attractive salary package, paid leave, pension scheme, and additional employee wellness programs.