Anaesthetic Theatre Nurse

recruitNet; Leinster; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Sign-On Bonus

Full-Time, Permanent Employment

CPD & Training Opportunities

Free On-Site Parking

Job summary

RecruitNet in Ireland seeks an experienced Perioperative Nurse (Anaesthesia) to provide safe, evidence-based care for adult and paediatric patients undergoing anaesthesia. You will support preparation, induction, maintenance and emergence, manage airways, monitor patients and maintain accurate records in line with NMBI standards.

Applicants should have NMBI registration, at least 3 years post-registration in relevant anaesthetic experience and a commitment to CPD; postgraduate qualification in

Qualifications

• NMBI Registration with current licence or eligibility.
• Postgraduate qualification in Anaesthetic Nursing or Paediatric Nursing desirable.
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Experience in perioperative clinical and administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, evidence-based perioperative nursing care for adults and paediatric patients.
• Assist anaesthetist with preparation, induction, maintenance and emergence from anaesthesia.
• Prepare and maintain anaesthetic equipment, medications and supplies.
• Monitor patients and escalate concerns promptly using approved tools.
• Collaborate with theatre, surgical teams and recovery staff for continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical skills

Airway management

Patient monitoring

Communication

CPD

Education

NMBI Registration

Postgraduate anaesthetic/paediatric qualification

Job description

Responsibilities

Deliver safe, effective, evidence-based nursing care to adult and paediatric patients undergoing anaesthesia.

Assist the anaesthetist with the preparation, induction, maintenance and emergence from anaesthesia, including airway management and patient monitoring.

Prepare, check and maintain anaesthetic equipment, medications and supplies in line with hospital policies and manufacturer guidelines.

Continuously assess and monitor patients, recognising changes in clinical condition and escalating concerns promptly and appropriately.

Apply appropriate paediatric assessment and escalation tools, including PEWS, to identify and respond to patient deterioration.

Promote patient-centred care, safeguarding the comfort, dignity, privacy and emotional wellbeing of adult and paediatric patients and their families.

Work collaboratively with anaesthetists, surgeons, theatre and recovery teams to ensure effective communication, coordination and continuity of care.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation, handovers and patient records, while adhering to NMBI standards, hospital policies and clinical governance requirements.

Participate in quality improvement, clinical audits, risk management, incident reporting and the development of perioperative policies and procedures.

Maintain professional competence through continuous professional development, mandatory training and skills updates, while supporting students, new staff and maintaining a safe, infection-controlled clinical environment.

Requirements

NMBI Registration: Be registered, or eligible for registration, in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses and Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

Clinical Experience: Have a minimum of 3 years post-registration nursing experience, including at least 1 year in the relevant speciality or a related clinical area.

Clinical & Administrative Skills: Demonstrate the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity required to effectively perform the duties of the role.

Professional Development: Demonstrate a commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and evidence-based nursing practice.

Mandatory Registration & Fitness: Maintain current annual NMBI registration, including completion of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC), and be medically fit and of good character to undertake the role.

Post-Specific Competencies: Demonstrate competence in clinical assessment, airway management, perioperative anaesthetic support and clinical information systems. Current BLS certification is required, with PALS and ACLS desirable.

Specialist Qualification: A postgraduate qualification in Anaesthetic Nursing or Paediatric Nursing is desirable, or candidates should demonstrate willingness to undertake relevant specialist education.

Benefits

BenefitsCompetitive SalarySign-On BonusFull-Time, Permanent EmploymentContinuous Professional Development & Training OpportunitiesSupportive & Collaborative Working EnvironmentEmployee Assistance Programme (EAP)Excellent Career Progression OpportunitiesFree On-Site Parking