Job Description: Nurse – Step Down Unit
Location:
Tipperary, Ireland
Department:
Step Down Unit
Reports To:
Unit Manager / Clinical Nurse Manager
Position Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Nurse to join our clients 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. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in patient recovery, promoting independence and improving overall patient outcomes.
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.
- Previous experience in a Step Down Unit, rehabilitation, or medical-surgical unit is highly desirable.
- Skills:
- Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems is an advantage.
- Other Requirements:
- Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and nights.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and education.
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.
