Staff Nurse - Anaesthetics

Job Title: Anaesthetic Staff Nurse
Department: Anaesthesia
Reports to: Clinical Coordinator Anaesthesia
Location: Dublin
Job Type: Full-Time
Date: 2025

Overall Purpose of Job

Provide exceptional patient care in an environment where quality, respect, caring, and compassion are at the centre of all that we do.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

• Participate as an effective member of a multidisciplinary team.

• Facilitate and deliver quality patient care through efficient time and resource management, demonstrating leadership and clinical expertise.

• Advance current nursing practice in accordance with NMBI guidelines.

• Engage in ongoing professional development in line with current and future service demands.

• Communicate effectively with the Clinical Coordinator and provide support as required.

• Manage daily operational requirements and collaborate closely with other departments.

• Ensure the safe operation of equipment and the efficient management of supplies.

• Adhere to internal controls and participate in all regulatory and mandatory hospital survey processes.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Adhere to The Professional Scope of Practice Framework (NMBI 2000).

• Conduct individual patient assessments and develop care plans.

• Ensure patients receive optimal care following all nursing and hospital policies.

• Delegate appropriately based on the skill level and knowledge of staff.

• Maintain accurate and timely professional documentation.

• Support department problem-solving and system improvement initiatives.

• Follow standard precautions, including the appropriate use of protective barriers and disposal of infectious waste.

Interdepartmental Collaboration

• Maintain strong relationships with other departments, physicians, patients, and families.

• Communicate with the relevant Clinical Coordinator as needed.

• Demonstrate the ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities effectively.

• Participate in ongoing consultation and collaboration to maximize patient outcomes.

• Engage in unit-based and interdepartmental quality improvement activities.

• Show willingness to assist co-workers whenever needed.

• Be cross-trained and available for allocation to PACU as required.

Personal & Professional Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional portfolio.

• Utilize opportunities to educate patients and families.

• Attend relevant study days and courses.

• Act as a preceptor or supervisor to students and newly appointed staff.

• Participate in performance reviews with the Nurse Manager.

Educational Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continual enhancement of learning opportunities in the clinical area.

• Support the clinical induction of new nursing and support staff.

• Take responsibility for own learning and development needs.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Concentrate on interpreting visual, auditory, and sensory inputs as needed.

• Utilize effective time management skills.

• Maintain flexibility to meet hospital needs, including floating to other departments as necessary.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• NMBI Registered General Nurse licence.

• BLS & ACLS certification.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year post-registration experience in an acute hospital setting, preferably in Anaesthetics.

• A management course is desirable.

• Proven clinical ability and strong communication skills.

Job-Specific Competencies and Knowledge

Teamwork

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Demonstrate motivation and commitment to the role.

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information clearly and concisely.

Planning and Organising

• Strong planning, organizing, and time management skills.

• Flexible approach to internal rotations, rostering (e.g., night duty, theatre on-call), and work attitude.

Knowledge

• Recent and relevant experience in a specialized area and acute hospital setting.

• Awareness of new developments in specialized areas.

• Knowledge of national strategies relevant to nursing care.

• Maintain up-to-date certifications in BLS and ACLS.

Patient and Customer Focus

• Strong commitment to quality patient care.

Personal Competencies

• A high level of flexibility to ensure effective service delivery.

• Willingness to adapt as required by management or hospital needs.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Supportive and professional working environment.

• Career advancement and professional growth opportunities.

• Work in a cutting-edge healthcare facility with a dedicated team.

If you are a passionate Anaesthetic Nurse eager to contribute to high-quality patient care, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to take the next step in your nursing career.