Market Square Surgery, Kinvara, Co. Galway : General Practice Nurse
Market Square Surgery in Kinvara are looking for a GPN to join our friendly and supportive team .
It will be to two full days a week with a possibility of more hours in the future.
Our practice team currently includes 2 General Practitioners & we are currently interviewing for a 3rd. The other members of our Practice are our Practice Manager, receptionist and Practice Nurse
ROLE OVERVIEW
The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering
patient-centred care across a wide range of general practice nursing services. Previous
experience in general practice and familiarity with Socrates practice management software
would be an advantage.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Administration of childhood, adult, and travel vaccinations
- Participation in the Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programme
- Phlebotomy and specimen collection
- Health promotion, screening, and patient education
- Wound care and basic clinical procedures
- Carry out cervical smear test
- Supporting preventative care initiatives
- Maintaining accurate clinical records using practice software
- Working collaboratively with GPs and the wider practice team
- Ensuring high standards of infection control and patient safety.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Registered General Nurse with current registration with NMBI (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland)
- Relevant nursing qualifications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to
Dr Shilpa Hogan at [email protected]
Pay: €22.54-€32.71 per hour
Work Location: In person
