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Job Title

Staff Nurse / Registered General Nurse

Employer

Gemma Hayes Recruitment

Location

Wexford

Description

Staff Nurse / Registered General Nurse. On behalf of our client, Gemma Hayes Recruitment now seek to recruit a Staff Nurse / Registered General Nurse in a Care of the Elderly setting based in Co. Wexford. The successful incumbent will be responsible for: To promote through high standards of professional practice, a caring environment which is conducive to the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of the residents. Supervise, control and administer medications and drugs and ensure safe-keeping and proper storage. Ensure the Drug/Medication Rounds are carried out at their specified times and as laid down in the Policies & Procedures Manual. Ensure that Care Notes and Care Plans are recorded accurately in a timely manner and that records are signed and dated. Observe and monitor the physical and mental well-being of residents including condition of skin, pressure areas, incontinence and injuries. Try to solve problems and ensure appropriate treatment is given as outlined in the resident’s care plan. Serve at resident meal times, feeding requirements etc. Ensure that high standards of hygiene are maintained, that equipment is kept in a satisfactory condition and stored correctly. Ensure that health and safety codes and procedures, Infection Control Policies, codes of conduct and relevant legislation are adhered to. To ensure all standards and procedures are in line with the Health Information and Quality Authority Standards (HIQA. Knowledge & Skills Required: Registered Nurse with a full ABA registration. Minimum 3 years out of the last 6 years in an Aged care setting. Up to date knowledge of HIQA standards. Have an excellent organisation and communication skills with excellent verbal and written command of the English Language. Be a team player, flexible and adaptable. Have the ability to earn trust and establish solid relationships with residents, relatives, colleagues and management. Possess excellent interpersonal skills. Due to the urgency of this vacancy, our client is not willing to go down the route of work permits/visas/sponsorship, therefore, all candidates must have permission to work in Ireland. This job originally appeared on RecruitIreland.com.

Date Added

2116 days ago

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