Senior Staff Nurse - Co. Meath

Our Client one of Ireland's leading Nursing Home Groups is atively recruiting a Senior Staff Nurse on a full time permanent basis for one of their purpose built 43 bedded nursing homes based in Co. Meath which provides a high standard of care 24 hours a day to our residents who have varying needs, from specialist nursing support to general assistance with everyday living. The Role Duties and Responsibilities: Supervise, lead and manage staff, delegating and allocating duties as necessary. Ensure that all residents are treated with dignity, privacy and respect and ensuring they are treated as individuals. Understand the Named Nurse concept, its function, and implementation and ensure that all relevant documentation is maintained. Establish a personal and meaningful relationship with all residents, relatives and visitors, ensuring appropriate support and comfort is given at all times, especially to the bereaved. Ensure all Mowlam Healthcare policies are known and adhered to by all staff. Maintain clear, concise and accurate records within the home in accordance with legislation and Mowlam Standards Ensures the agreed policies and procedures for the control, administration and custody of all drugs and medicines are adhered to. Knowledge and awareness of HIQA standards and ability to participate in inspection process. Ensure all admissions to the home are carried out correctly and all appropriate documentation completed. Liaise with health care professionals as necessary regarding the discharge of a resident to the community to ensure continuity of care. Qualifications: BSc in General Nursing or similar. Registered on the NMBI live register. Previous managerial training / experience is an advantage. Person Specification / Skills / Attributes: Excellent Leadership, Organisational and Communication skills. Sound decision making ability. Ability to motivate self and others and work on own initiative. Ability to work well and promote a team environment. Results driven. The benefits : Subsidised canteen, free parking, double time for bank holidays, premiums for working weekends and night duty, ongoing training and support from senior management, educational support and the opportunity to progress in your career. The Contact : Please send your cv in confidence to Brenda.freeney@ttmhealthcare,com or contact Brenda on 01-5136740 ext 142 TTM Healthcare Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr