Staff Nurse (St Marys Ward Medical/Surgical Ward) Part Time 23 Hours per WeekAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (St Marys Ward Medical/Surgical) to join the Bon Secours Health System Hospital Galway. Ireland’s Largest Private Healthcare provider.Job Purpose:Staff nurses are responsible for providing a high standard of nursing care to patients, the application of the nursing process and the scientific knowledge, judgement and technical skills of professional nursing in delivering care to patient population of paediatric through to the elderlyIdeal Candidate: 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 rotate between days and nightsEssential Qualifications:Be Registered in the General Division of the Register of Nurses kept by An Bord Altranais or be entitled to be registered.Have 3 years nursing experience post-registration preferably in acute medical/surgical areas.Experience & Responsibility:Carries 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. Implements discharge planning based on patient care needsAdminister medicines, IV drugs, blood/blood products and controlled drugs according to agreed policies. Records and monitors patients post administration according to policy and reports any adverse events or medication errorsAdheres 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 policyClosing date for applications: Friday - 18th March 2025Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer