Staff Nurse/ Day Ward Contract Permanent 30 Hours An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (Day Ward) to join the Bon Secours Hospital in Galway, part of the Bon Secours Health System Ireland’s Largest Private Healthcare provider.Job PurposeThe role of a Staff Nurse is to provide a high standard of nursing care to patients.Key DutiesCarries out nursing care and treatments to the highest possible standard according to agreed Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on the nursing process approach and maintains appropriate records.Keeps up to date records of care given, reporting any abnormalities to Clinical Nurse Manager/Consultant as per policy.Responds to their daily allocation of patients’ needs in a holistic and individualised way with consideration for their rights.Adheres to Best Practice Guidelines in controlling infection and reports/manage infections as dictated by policy and work closely with Infection Control Nurse. Handles and correctly disposes of medical waste as per hospital policyIdeal Candidate:The person holding this post must support the principle that the patients care always comes first and will approach their work with the flexibility. Liaising with all members of the multi- disciplinary team in creating an efficient, safe, and friendly environment for services delivery.Essential QualificationsThe candidate must have the personal competence and capacity to properly discharge the duties of the role.Ability to work as part of a team providing a quality servicePersonally, and professionally accountable for patient careRGN Qualification and NMBI RegistrationThree Years Post Registration ExperienceExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsFlexible approach to work patterns as the post holder will be required to be rostered over 6 days a week including weekends as required by service needs.SkillsCommunicate clearly, effectively, and appropriately with the healthcare team, the patient, and their family/carersReport requests, queries from patients/visitors to radiology team.Respond appropriately to queries, take phone messages and pass on written and verbal information to the healthcare team.Maintain patient confidentiality.Report any patient concerns to the appropriate personnel.Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues.Possess the ability to explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and actively liaise with individuals and groups internally and externally.Closing date for applications: 24th March 2025Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer.