Dual Qualified Paediatric & General Nurse

  • Galway
  • Tcp Homecare
TCP Homecare are a leading provider of homecare nursing services on a national scale. Candidates will also be required to have IV infusion experience and to cover a range of services.   We are looking for innovative, enthusiastic professionals with a dual nursing qualification who demonstrate a high degree of self-motivation while displaying flexibility and ability to adapt to change to join our team in offering a comprehensive high quality standard of nursing care and administration of prescribed intravenous treatment to patients/clients across a broad spectrum of specialty areas, within the home and community setting. This role is based on a shift pattern from Monday to Sunday.   Responsibilities: The Community Nurse will provide clinical services to adult and paediatric patients in an effective and caring manner to a high standard that meets best practice. A key element of the role is the maintenance of accurate electronic patient records and the timely deliverance of reports immediately after a visit back to the clients and head office. The home care nurse should see the role as working as part of a team where the nurse uses their clinical, communication and interpersonal skills to provide a seamless service whilst at all times liaising closely with the nursing director and the clients multi-disciplinary team.   Key Competencies: Paediatric & General Nursing Qualification Cannulation & Phlebotomy Skills Essential Demonstrable IV therapy experience including care of central venous access devices. High degree of self-motivation. Evidence of personal and professional development. Effective administrator, with a high level of attention to detail. Good time management skills. Demonstrable computer skills in Word (preferable Microsoft Office) and email. Excellent communication skills, ability to present to a multidisciplinary team. Ability to quickly build good rapport with new contacts. Displays a good deal of flexibility and is adaptable to change. Likes to work alone yet values their position within a team. Demonstrates good sound judgement. What We Offer in Return: Competitive annual salary Company car/phone/tablet 24 days of annual leave for full year, rising with service Pension Scheme Health Insurance Life Assurance A supportive and friendly working environment Regular training courses and opportunities to up skill Promotional opportunities Refer a Friend scheme Social events