General Practice Nurse Claregalway

We are a small and friendly practice in the centre of Claregalway. We have a mix of GMS and private patients. We are a 3 GP, 2 part-time nurse practice. We are looking for a nurse, part-time ( 2-3 days ) or full time (5 days).

We use Socrates software.

Previous GP practice experience is an advantage, but training can be provided for the right candidate. Very Competitive package for the suitable candidate. References essential.

Position Requirements:

• Must be a Registered General Nurse with the NMBI
• Experienced in Phlebotomy
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and telephone skills
• Computer literacy is a must
• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Flexible attitude to changing work practices

Roles & Responsibilities:

Immunisation

• Administering Infant, childhood, flu, and other vaccinations

Travel Medicine

• Administering travel vaccinations
• Travel Advice

Chronic Disease Management

• Cholesterol testing & dietary advice
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Nursing management of chronic respiratory disease & diabetes

Female Health

• Cervical screening

Sexual Health

• Opportunistic STI screening
• Sexual Health advice

Skin/Wound Care

• Treatment of venous leg ulcers and other skin injuries
• Assessment and treatment of skin lacerations

General Nursing Duties

• Health promotion and education
• Telephone triage and advice
• Phlebotomy
• Ear Irrigation
• Administering prescribed long-term medications/injections
• Clinical Stock Ordering

Key Skills - What we look for in our employees:

Patient Focus

• The ability to remain calm, professional, and polite in dealing with our patients and colleagues

Personal Integrity

• Be professional in your approach to your work
• Be honest and reliable
• Be trustworthy and respectful

Teamwork

• Build and maintain good relationships with all colleagues
• Be willing to take on jobs to balance the team workload
• Aim to communicate well with people at all levels

Develop yourself and others

• Be motivated to learn and develop
• Support, encourage, and motivate others
• Coach, guide, and give constructive feedback to others

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• Please indicate on your application what references you can provide.

Work Location: In person