Senior Staff Nurse (Full-Time)
Location: Across Eliza Care Group Nursing Homes
Reports To: Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM)
Accountable To: Director of Nursing
About Us
Eliza Care Group is inviting applications from dedicated and experienced Senior Staff Nurses to join our team across our network of nursing homes.
We take pride in delivering the highest standards of person-centered nursing care, ensuring our residents are at the heart of everything we do. Our focus is on creating a supportive, compassionate, and professional environment that promotes the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing of every resident.
Role Summary
The Senior Staff Nurse will play a key leadership role within the nursing home, providing high-quality, evidence-based care and supporting the delivery of excellent clinical standards. The postholder will demonstrate strong clinical leadership, mentorship, and organizational skills, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care at all times.
You will work closely with the CNM and Director of Nursing, supervising the care team, coordinating shifts, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities
- Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines, ensuring alignment with current legislation, evidence-based practice, and NMBI professional standards.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate resident care plans to meet individual needs and promote quality of life.
- Administer and manage medications safely and accurately in line with NMBI and organizational Medicines Management standards.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive nursing and care records.
- Communicate effectively and respectfully with residents, families, and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
- Provide visible clinical leadership on the floor, supporting, guiding, and motivating colleagues to uphold the highest standards of care.
- Support staff development by fostering learning, competence, and confidence within the care team.
Requirements
- Registered General Nurse (RGN) with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
- 1–2 years post-registration experience in a clinical or care home setting
- Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated leadership ability with a commitment to maintaining professional and ethical standards
- Possession of leadership or management training/certificates will be a distinct advantage
Desirable
- Previous experience in a nursing home or similar long-term care environment
- Experience supervising staff and coordinating care delivery
Rate of Pay
A competitive hourly rate will be offered, commensurate with experience and responsibilities.
Confidentiality
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
