Staff Nurse- Naas

The Affidea Group is one of the most successful European healthcare diagnostics imaging companies, we have over 400 staff within our Irish clinics. The business operates diagnostic imaging and minor injuries centres' around the country, offering a broad range of cutting-edge imaging technology and healthcare services to the public, insurers, employers and other organisations.

We are now seeking an experienced Staff Nurse to join our team in our Local Injuries Unit in Naas

The Local Injuries Staff Nurse is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to individuals presenting with minor injuries and urgent medical needs. This role involves clinical assessment, treatment, and ongoing monitoring of patients, while ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide skilled nursing care to patients presenting with minor injuries such as fractures, sprains, wounds, burns, and soft tissue injuries.

• Perform clinical assessments, triage, and prioritise care based on acuity and clinical need.

• Administer medications, dressings, and other treatments in accordance with clinical guidelines and protocols.

• Monitor and evaluate patient progress, escalating concerns appropriately.

• Educate patients and families on injury management, wound care, and follow-up instructions.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and clinical interventions.

• Collaborate with medical, radiology, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care.

• Support infection prevention and control practices within the unit.

• Participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance activities.

• Assist in recruitment activities, including mentoring new staff and onboarding processes.

• Respond to emergency situations and provide immediate nursing interventions as required.

• Maintain professional development and stay updated with best practices in emergency and injury care.

Qualifications: 

• Registered General Nurse (RGN) with active registration with NMBI.

• 3 yrs postgraduate experience in general practice, A&E or minor injuries setting.

• Experience in minor trauma, general medicine, paediatrics, sports medicine or orthopaedics would also be desirable as would a knowledge of the Irish healthcare system

• Advanced wound care experience (desirable)

Competencies:

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

• High level of organization and attention to detail.

• Commitment to patient safety and continuous improvement.

Application Process:

By clicking apply to this role your application will not only be considered for this position, but your details will be stored on our database and may be considered for similar future positions that may arise. This means that the personal data contained in your application and provided to Affidea as part of the application process may be retained by us for up to 12 months from the date of your application. After this time, it will be deleted. If you do not wish your details to be stored on our recruitment database, please email Affidea recruitment stating this and we will ensure that such information is not stored other than for the purposes of this application. Please refer to our Recruitment Privacy Notice for more information or to Affidea’ s Data Privacy Notice for Recruitment