Staff Nurse - PACU

recruitNet; Sandyford; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in Healthcare recruitment and is hiring a Staff Nurse - PACU for a hospital in Dublin, Ireland. Location is on-site with a contract/full-time arrangement.

The role requires NMBI registration, BLS/ACLS, and at least one year of post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting, with a strong focus on patient safety, teamwork and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• NMBI Registered General Nurse required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Minimum of one year post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Proven clinical competence and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrates motivation and commitment to the role.
• Flexible approach to rotations, rostering, night duty and theatre on-call.
• Awareness of current developments and best practices in nursing.

Responsibilities

• Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team, supporting quality patient care through strong communication, leadership and clinical expertise.
• Manage time and resources efficiently while delivering safe, evidence-based care in line with NMBI guidelines.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and support the Clinical Coordinator and department operations.
• Ensure safe use of equipment, adequate supplies, adherence to internal controls and regulatory surveys.
• Assess patients, develop and implement care plans with accurate documentation.
• Promote a safe clinical environment following hospital policies and infection-control procedures.
• Maintain relationships with colleagues, physicians, patients and families, contributing to quality improvement.
• Provide cross-cover within the department and support collaborative decision-making.
• Maintain a professional portfolio and engage in training activities and performance reviews.

Skills

NMBI Registered General Nurse

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical competency

Time management

Education

NMBI Registration

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

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 a Staff Nurse -PACUto aHospital in Dublin, Ireland.

Location: Dublin (On-site)

Job Type: Contract | Full-time

Key Responsibilities

Work effectively within the multidisciplinary team, supporting quality patient care through strong communication, leadership, and clinical expertise.

Manage time and resources efficiently while delivering safe, evidence-based care in line with NMBI guidelines and current anaesthetic nursing practice.

Participate in ongoing professional development and support the Clinical Coordinator and department operations as required.

Ensure safe use of equipment, adequate supplies, adherence to internal controls, and participation in all regulatory/mandatory surveys.

Assess patients individually, develop and implement care plans, provide appropriate delegation, and maintain accurate, timely documentation.

Promote a safe clinical environment by following all hospital policies, standard precautions, and correct infection-control procedures.

Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, physicians, patients, and families, and contribute to problem-solving and quality improvement.

Provide cross-cover within the department (including PACU), assist co-workers as needed, and support collaborative decision-making.

Maintain a professional portfolio, participate in education and training activities, act as preceptor/supervisor, and engage in performance reviews.

Manage time well, remain flexible to meet service needs, and support safe patient care across departments when required.

Requirements

NMBI Registered General Nurse

Current BLS and ACLS certification

Minimum of one year post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting

Proven clinical competence and strong communication skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Demonstrates motivation and commitment to the role

Communicates clearly and professionally, presenting information concisely

Strong planning, organisational, and time management skills

Flexible approach to rotations, rostering, night duty, and theatre on-call

Recent and relevant experience in the specialised area within an acute setting

Awareness of current developments and best practices in the specialty

Understanding of national strategies relevant to nursing care

Maintains up-to-date BLS and ACLS certifications