· Practice nursing according to the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by An Bord Altranais, Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann, Professional Clinical Guidelines
· Adhere to national, regional and local Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislation
· Work within their scope of practice and take measures to develop and maintain the competence necessary for professional practice
· Maintain a high standard of professional behaviour and be accountable for their practice
· Be aware of ethical policies and procedures which pertain to their area of practice
· Respect and maintain the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of the resident
· Assessment of residents' needs, creating and implementing Care plans
· Leading a team to ensure the highest possible standards of care
· Maintaining accurate documentation and residents' records
· Oversee all aspects of medicine management on your shift in accordance with the Home's policies and current legislation
· Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory and best practice guidelines – identify investigate and resolve risks proactively.
· Support, guide, teach and mentor others in line with NMBI code of practice, always following its guidelines
· Report and consult with Clinical Nurse Manager or designated officer, on clinical issues as appropriate
· Participate in innovation and change in the approach to resident care delivery particularly in relation to new research findings, evidence based practice and advances in treatment
· Participate in clinical audit and review
· Promote a positive health concept with residents and colleagues and contribute to health promotion and disease prevention initiatives of the Health Service Executive
· Liaising with the PIC when planning
· Communicate residents needs and care plan to Carers and at the hand-over meeting
· Arranging / participating in staff and resident meetings as required.
· Communicate with residents and in particular those with communication difficulties.
· Communicate with relatives/ significant others as required
· Communicate with other health professionals in a clear, clinical and precise manner.
· Ensuring statutory Health and Safety standards are adhered to at all times
· Making certain that chemicals / equipment are used and stored correctly and safety procedures adhered to at all times.
· Reporting immediately to the PIC, any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a colleague, self or another.
· Understanding and ensuring the implementation of our Health and Safety, Infection Control and Hygiene policies, and Emergency and Fire procedures.
· Understand the extensive duties of the Fire Warden and apply these while on duty
· Reporting to the PIC, or the maintenance person, any faulty appliances, damaged furniture, equipment or any potential hazard.
· Promoting safe working practice in our Home.
* Organise carers work assignments
* Supervise carers work and ensure the high quality of care is delivered
* Interviewing for new staff, when required to do so, as and when required, in line with our Homes Recruitment policy.
· Supervising and instructing caring staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures and giving help and guidance where appropriate.
· Conducting basic infection control training for all care staff
· Maintaining and improving professional knowledge and competence.
· Attending mandatory training days / courses, on or off site, as and when required.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From €20.00 per hour
Benefits:
* Bike to work scheme
* Flexitime
* Food allowance
* On-site parking
Education:
* Bachelor's (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (preferred)
* Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland registration (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Staff Nurse, Full Time, Patterson's Nursing Home, Roscrea.