Job Advertisement: Practice Nurse
Company Overview:
Dunmore Medical Practice is a busy General Practice located in High Street Dunmore, County Galway.
Our team includes three doctors, two nurses, and four administrative staff, including a practice manager.
Job Overview:
We are currently seeking an experienced a Practice Nurse to join our well-established practice.
The successful candidate must be professional at all times, have excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills, as well as demonstrate clear diligence, thoroughness and attention to detail.
Previous work experience as a practice nurse is preferred but is not essential. However, candidates must be registered with An Bord Altranais.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Key duties include:
· Phlebotomy, ECGs, blood pressure checks, 24 hour blood pressure monitoring, chronic disease management, childhood vaccinations, adult vaccinations, influenza and covid vaccinations, cervical smear taking, ear syringing, wound care and dressings, injections, venesection and triage.
· Our practice is computer based using Socrates, thus candidates should be comfortable working in a digital environment with strong IT proficiency
· We are appointment only and there is protected time each day for administrative tasks.
· Ideally, a successful candidate would work approximately 21-28 hours per week (hours and days negotiable but must be available to provide service on Fridays) with salary contingent on experience.
Skill Requirements:
This role requires:
· Personal integrity, honesty and reliability
· A discreet and confidential manner with a professional attitude
· Possess awareness and sensitivity towards patient needs
· Diligence and thoroughness with clear follow-through on tasks
· The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
· Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
· Strong organisational and time management skills
· The ability to multitask in a busy environment
· Ability to use initiative and be proactive
· Flexible attitude to changing work practices
· Proficiency in IT
· Proficiency in English
Position Details:
· Job Type: Part-time
· Pay: €26.00-€28.00 per hour
· Expected hours: 21 – 28 per week
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Sick pay
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected]
