Applications are now invited for the following position: ECT (Recovery) Staff Nurse (0.32 WTE Part-time, Permanent contract) The successful applicants: Must hold current RPN/RGN/RNID registration, with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) Must be willing to complete an ACLS course if required Demonstrate knowledge of ECT policies and the ECT process For informal enquiries please contact: Andy Sweeney Assistant Director of Nursing Tel: Email: (APPLICATIONS SHOULD NOT BE MADE TO THESE EMAIL ADDRESSES) Please note that if you are viewing this advert via Irishjobs, the contact details for informal enquires above are not visible as irishjobs do not allow telephone numbers or emails to be present in adverts. However, these details are visible in the advert on the St Patricks website in the career vacancies section. Applications in the form of covering letter and Curriculum Vitae should be uploaded as one documentby Wednesday, 20th May 2026. Panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled St Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employer Please note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice. We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice. Job Description About the organisation St Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties. We now employ over 700 staff across our services. We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission. We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff. SPMHS core values Human Rights supporting dignity, choice and voice Quality Care excellence in service delivery and collaboration Innovation encouraging improvement and new ideas The role Electro-Convulsive Therapy (Recovery) Staff Nurse (0.32WTE Part-time, Permanent) St Patricks Mental Health Services seeks an ECT Staff Nurse to work in the recovery room on ECT treatment days and to work as part of the multi-disciplinary team and liaise closely with other E.C.T. clinical professionals; CNM2, CNM1, the consultant-in-charge, anaesthetist, and other Nursing staff. The hours of work are 12 hours worked over two 6 hours shifts Tuesday & Friday morning, 7.30am to 1.30pm weekly. Location This position is based on site at; St Patricks Hospital, Jamess Street, Dublin 8, incorporating St Patricks Hospital Lucan and all SPMHS Dean Clinics. Responsibilities To The nurse should have a good knowledge of the ECT process, possible side-effects and the nursing actions required in the event of their occurrence Be familiar with the ECT clinic and the location of emergency equipment and be trained and competent in its use Ensure that all equipment is in working order prior to commencement of list. Be competent in BLS and ACLS Co-ordinate the arrival of patients to the ECT Department with relevance to the needs of specific treatment days to ensure a consistent flow of patients for treatment while avoiding long delays for individual patients On accepting the patient from the treatment room, receive a handover from the anaesthetist with regard to each patient and any specific instructions to be followed Attach the patient to the pulse oximeter, administer O2, record B/P, pulse, resp, observe level of consciousness, ensure a clear airway is maintained and record all findings on the Post-ECT Checklist within the ECT Treatment booklet Care for the patient in the recovery room for at least 40 minutes or as necessary and as directed by the Anaesthetist Document the patients level of re-orientation following ECT at all the times indicated in the Post ECT Checklist for at least 40 minutes or as necessary Alert the anaesthetist to any concerns or adverse events during recovery Provide a safe environment for the patients and staff while in the recovery area Supervise the care of the patient in the most acute stages of recovery and be available to address any concerns of the escorting nurse regarding their patients Complete all relevant documentation before the patient returns to the ward or home Ensure the patient is not discharged back to the ward until fully recovered Ensure Day-Case Patients are fully recovered before they leave, that their discharge forms are appropriately completed and that they are in the company of a responsible adult At the end of the list: restock the recovery room for the next days session. Participate actively and work in collaboration with the ECT CNM II and CNM1 in the co-ordination of nursing care in the ECT Department Act up for more senior Nursing management staff as required Work with the CNMII in identifying the manpower resources and skills required in the ECT Department at any given time and with Nursing Administration to ensure these are available Promote and supervise individualised patient care for all patients in the ECT Department Report and address any activities jeopardising the delivery of patient care. Foster and maintain good channels of communication with staff from other departments Facilitate and co-operate with any inspectorate to the Hospital Commit to identifying ones own ongoing educational/training requirements of in the clinical area and communicate these needs to the supervisor Support and give direction in the education, assessment & supervision of student nurses in conjunction with the CNM1, CNM2 and Clinical Placement Co-ordinators Know and adhere to the constraints of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland code of professional conduct and scope of practice This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position. The person appointed will be assigned specific targets in terms of tasks and revenue. Person specification Qualifications and/or experience Candidates must: Must hold current RPN/RGN/RNID registration, with Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) Be available to attend Royal College of Psychiatrists, ECT Accreditation Service or National Association of Lead Nurses in ECT training courses as required Professional knowledge Have experience and appreciation of working within a quality assurance environment Experience working with all disciplines at every level in promoting the development of services Have strong knowledge of ECT, indications, procedure, adverse effects & management of same & recovery procedure. Have strong knowledge of the ECT policies Competencies & Skills Excellent communication/interpersonal skills Motivation Proven ability to work as part of a team, including a multi-disciplinary team Proven organisation skills Must be willing to complete an ACLS course if required Demonstrate commitment to further education and training Terms and Conditions Tenure: 0.32WTE Part-time, Permanent contract, pensionable as below. Working Week: This is a Staff Nurse position; 12 hours worked over two 6 hours shifts Tuesday & Friday morning, 7:30am to 1.30pm weekly. Salary: The salary for the position is according to the Staff Nurse 2026 salary scale, pro rata for the hours worked. Annual Leave: The annual leave associated with the position is as appropriate to number of years post- qualification experience, pro rata. Pension: All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme upon commencement of employment. The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%. In respect of an internal appointment being made the individuals existing pension arrangements will continue. Probation: The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holders performance will be subject to ongoing review. Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) 2022. Health: The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character: The appointee must be of good character. Retirement Age: Normal retirement age for employees is 66 years which at present is also normal pension age. Skills: Electro-Convulsive Therapy (Recovery) Staff Nurse Nursing Hospital