Exciting Career Opportunity!
Staff Nurse– Ophthalmology
Full-time (37.5 hours per week) | Specified Purpose Contract
The Purpose of This Role:
To work according to the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics (NMBI 2021) as amended or updated and relevant professional guidelines and take responsibility for a defined group of patients within the area Ophthalmology.
Candidate Criteria:
Qualifications:
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Be registered, or be eligible for registration, in the General Nurse Division of the Register of Nurses kept by the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI]
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Desirable Post Graduate Clinical Qualification in Ophthalmology
Key Responsibilities:
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Be responsible for the safe care of patients from initial consultation to pre assessment and discharge, liaising with the Consultants, Nursing Staff and all other health care professionals and support services
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Be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the ophthalmology patients utilising medical assessments and performing technical diagnostics to determine patient needs.
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Communicate results of assessments, treatment / care programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy / as required.
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To ensure safe, comprehensive patient care to service users within the guidelines of the BSHS policies, procedures, and guidelines along with the relevant professional guidelines e.g. Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland.
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Collaborate with service users, family, carers, and other staff in treatment / care planning and in the provision of support and advice.
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Ensure that service users and others are treated with dignity and respect.
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Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics, and legislation.
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To work in compliance with the Scope of Practice.
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Promote patient focussed approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health agencies.
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Educate patients and their carer as required when a need is identified by self or others.
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Be familiar with the specific care requirements for the clinical speciality.
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Follow up identified patient post discharge.
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Liaise with Consultants regarding any clinical complications / concerns
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Complete patient documentation fully and correctly, ensuring legible in line with hospital policy.
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Maintain a safe clinical environment.
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Assist in establishing and monitoring care protocols/pathways.
Essential Requirements:
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R.G.N Registration
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2 years post-registration experience in an acute hospital ideally Ophthalmology
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Excellent interpersonal, leadership, accountability and communication skills
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Knowledge of nursing guidelines, policies, procedures and protocols.
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Broad based knowledge of current nursing research issues pertinent to practice.
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Experience of clinical audit and standard setting.
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Promote and foster a culture of Care, Compassion and Commitment honouring the core values of Bon Secours Hospital System
If you're a motivated and enthusiastic nurse with a passion for excellence, we want to hear from you!
To Apply: Please submit your CV by the 06th August 2026
Panel: A panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled.
Informal Inquiries: Aisling Daly - Clinician Nurse Manager 11 [email protected]
Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
