Enhanced Nurse Senior

Staff Nurse (Potel Ward) Permanent 23 Hours per Week

• Part -Time An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (Potel Ward) to join the Bon Secours Health System Hospital Galway. Ireland’s Largest Private Healthcare provider. Job Purpose: Staff nurses (Potel Ward) are responsible for providing a high standard of nursing care to patients, the application of the nursing process and the scientific knowledge, judgement and technical skills of professional nursing in delivering care to patient population of Orthopaedic and Acute Care post-Surgery. Ideal Candidate: Ability to work as part of a team providing a quality service Personally, and professionally accountable for patient care RGN qualification and NMBI registration Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Flexible approach to work patterns as the post holder will be required to rotate between days and nights Essential Qualifications: Have 1/ 2 years nursing experience post-registration preferably in Orthopaedic/ Surgical Nursing. Experience & Responsibility: Carries out nursing care and treatments to the highest possible standard according to agreed Policies, Procedures and Guidelines. Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on the nursing process approach and maintains appropriate records. Implements discharge planning based on patient care needs Administer medicines, IV drugs, blood/blood products and controlled drugs according to agreed policies. Records and monitors patients post administration according to policy and reports any adverse events or medication errors Adheres to Best Practice Guidelines in controlling infection and reports/manage infections as dictated by policy and work closely with Infection Control Nurse. Handles and correctly disposes of medical waste as per hospital policy Closing date for applications: 17th November 2026 Please submit your application with updated CV. Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.