Staff Nurse

recruitNet; Tullow; On-site; EUR 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee Recognition Scheme

Educational assistance & development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd is recruiting a Staff Nurse for a top nursing home in Carlow. You will provide high-quality nursing care and contribute to residents' wellbeing under NMBI standards.

The role involves assessment, care planning, medication administration, and supervising care staff, with a focus on safety, HIQA compliance, and person-centred care. Applicants must hold EU/EEA citizenship or rights to work in Ireland. Fluent English essential.

Qualifications

• Active nursing registration with NMBI.
• Strong clinical knowledge with person-centred care.
• Experience in elderly care.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Fluent English in writing and speaking.
• Garda clearance and satisfactory references.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in line with NMBI standards.
• Assess, plan, implement, and review individualised care plans.
• Administer medications safely per policies.
• Monitor changes in residents' clinical conditions and respond promptly.
• Lead, support, and supervise care staff during shifts.
• Promote independence, dignity and quality of life.
• Communicate with residents, families, GPs and the MDT.
• Maintain confidential, timely clinical records.
• Ensure HIQA regulatory compliance.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Leadership

Communication

Documentation

HIQA compliance

Medication admin

Education

Nursing degree

Job description

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment for Domestic and Overseas candidates for Hospitals, Nursing Homes, Home care and Community care.

We are hiring Staff Nursefor one of the best Nursing Homes in Carlow who is passionate about improving the quality of life of their residents and places a strong importance on social, physical, and mental stimulation.

Hourly Salary Range: €19.50 – €21.00 per hour

Salary Details: DOE (Depending on Experience)

This position is open only to applicants who hold EU/EEA citizenship or have an existing, unrestricted right to work in Ireland.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality, safe, and effective nursing care in accordance with NMBI standards

Assess, plan, implement, and review individualised care plans

Administer medications safely and accurately in line with organisational policies

Monitor, document, and respond promptly to changes in residents’ clinical conditions

Lead, support, and supervise care staff during shifts

Promote residents’ independence, dignity, and overall quality of life

Communicate effectively with residents, families, GPs, and the multidisciplinary team

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records

Ensure ongoing compliance with HIQA regulations, policies, and best practice guidelines

Requirements

Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)

Strong clinical knowledge with a clear commitment to person-centred care

Previous experience in elderly care

Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills

Fluent written and spoken English

Garda clearance and satisfactory professional references

• Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling and financial advice
• Employee Recognition Scheme
• Educational assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Career progression opportunities within a successful group