Job Title
RGN Required for Agency Nursing Position in Care of Older Persons Facility
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About the Role
We are seeking a skilled Registered General Nurse (RGN) to join our team in a care of older persons facility based in Co Wicklow. The ideal candidate will have experience in providing high-quality patient care and be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
The successful candidate will be required to carry out a range of duties including report writing, medication administration, and maintaining accurate records. They will also be responsible for ensuring that patients receive holistic care, including pre-admission assessments, plan and implement admissions and discharges, and maintain documentation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Report to the Assistant Director of Professional Healthcare Nursing or senior nurse on duty
* Provide holistic care to clients on site
* Pre-admission assessments, plan and implement admissions and discharges
* Medication reconciliation and administration
* Maintain documentation
* Ensure confidentiality
* Comply with NMBI and HIQA regulations
* Accompany on GP rounds
* Delegate tasks to HCA's and MTA's
* Risk assessment and escalation as appropriate
* Incident management and escalation as appropriate
Benefits:
* A supportive and collaborative team environment
* Ongoing training and development opportunities
* A competitive salary and benefits package
Requirements:
* Diploma in Nursing
* Registration with the Nurses Board of Ireland
* Experience in care of older persons service
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills