Acute Care Nurse

Anonymous; Limerick; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Anonymous in Limerick is seeking a qualified Acute Nurse to join an acute facility. The role provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and complex conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment.

You will assess needs, develop care plans, administer medications and therapies, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, evidence-based outcomes. Strong communication and EHR proficiency are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN required for nursing licensure
• NMBI Pin required to practice in Ireland
• 1–2 years of acute care or hospital-based nursing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with acute or critical illnesses
• Monitor, record, and report changes in patients’ conditions and responses to treatment
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and other prescribed treatments safely and accurately
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care
• Operate and maintain medical equipment such as monitors, infusion pumps, and ventilators
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and recovery processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation and reports
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and hospital policies and procedures

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Critical thinking

EHR proficiency

Education

BSN or ADN

NMBI Pin

Job description

Acute Nurse Limerick

Our client is currently recruiting a qualified acute nurse for an acute facility in Limerick.

The Acute Care Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care to patients with acute and complex health conditions in a fast-paced hospital environment. This role involves assessing patient needs, developing and implementing individualised care plans, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring high-quality, evidence-based patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for patients with acute or critical illnesses
• Monitor, record, and report changes in patients’ conditions and responses to treatment
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and other prescribed treatments safely and accurately
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care
• Operate and maintain medical equipment such as monitors, infusion pumps, and ventilators
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment, and recovery processes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient documentation and reports
• Adhere to infection control, safety, and hospital policies and procedures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• NMBI Pin
• Minimum 1–2 years of acute care or hospital-based nursing experience preferred

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and medical technology
• Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous improvement

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Flexible working hours
• Supportive and inclusive work environment

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