Senior Staff Nurse

recruitNet; Cork; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free sign-on bonus

Sunday premium rates

Double time on bank holidays

Induction and ongoing training

Career progression opportunities

Internal transfer opportunities

Employee Recognition Programme

Bike to Work Scheme

Death in Service benefit

EAP

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd invites applications for a Senior Staff Nurse position in Co Cork, Ireland. The role focuses on gerontological care in a nursing home setting, upholding dignity, privacy and quality in all resident interactions.

The successful candidate will lead care delivery, maintain accurate records, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to support safe discharge planning and continuity of care.

Qualifications

• First-level nursing registration is required.
• Active NMBI PIN is required.
• Strong passion for Gerontological Care and patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Ensure residents are treated with dignity, privacy and respect.
• Implement Named Nurse model and maintain related documentation.
• Build relationships with residents, families and visitors, providing support and compassion.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Education

First-level nursing registration

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.RecruitNet International Ltd ishiringan Senior Staff Nurse for aNursing home in Co Cork, Ireland.This position suits for EU/Irish Citizens, Stamp 1G Spouse, Stamp 4 Holders.Sponsorship not available for this role.

Responsibilities

Ensure all residents are treated with dignity, privacy, and respect, recognising and supporting their individuality.

Understand and implement the Named Nurse model, ensuring all related documentation is accurately maintained.

Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and visitors, providing support and compassion at all times, particularly during bereavement.

Ensure full compliance with Healthcare policies and procedures across the team.

Maintain clear, concise, and accurate records in line with legislation and Healthcare standards.

Ensure strict adherence to policies governing the control, administration, and safe custody of medicines.

Demonstrate knowledge of HIQA standards and actively participate in the inspection process.

Ensure that all resident admissions are completed correctly, with all required documentation fully and accurately prepared.

Liaise with healthcare professionals to support safe and coordinated discharge planning, ensuring continuity of care for each resident.

Requirements

First-level nursing registration.

Hold an active NMBI PIN and demonstrate a strong passion for Gerontological Care .

Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.

Proven ability to make sound and effective decisions.

Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others and work independently.

Capable of working well within a team and fostering a positive team environment.

Only candidates holding Stamp 4, Stamp 1G, Irish citizenship, EU/EEA citizenship, or any status granting full work rights in Ireland are eligible to apply.

Benefits

Guaranteed hours contracts (full-time & part-time)

€1,000 tax-free sign-on bonus under the Small Benefit Scheme for new nurses, payable on completion of 6 months with Healthcare.

Sunday premium rates

Double time on bank holidays

Comprehensive induction and ongoing in-house training/professional development

Career progression opportunities within and across the organisation

Internal transfer opportunities

Employee Recognition Programme

Paid training

Retail discount schemes

Employee Referral Incentive Scheme

Bike to Work Scheme

Death in Service benefit

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)