Staff Nurse - Specialist Palliative Care

It's Our People That Make The Difference.

Staff Nurse - Specialist Palliative Care

• Cork, Ireland
• Full time, Permanent

Who We Are

Marymount has a rich history dating back to its foundation in 1870 by the Religious Sisters of Charity in Cork. Today, our diverse and dedicated workforce continues this legacy, providing care and support to all, regardless of background. We value and embrace the diverse experiences that our employees bring, which enrich our service to the community.An independent voluntary hospital, Marymount works closely with the statutory health services and is a Section 38 organisation under the Health Act

Skills and attributes

• Relationship Building
• Decision Making
• Commitment to Provide a Quality Service
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Teamwork & Reliability

Description

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to join our dynamic and supportive team as a Nurse in our Specialist Palliative Care service. The purpose of a Specialist Palliative Care Nurse is to provide expert care for patients with complex, life-limiting illnesses, focusing on advanced symptom management and improving quality of life. They deliver comprehensive support addressing physical, emotional, psychosocial, and spiritual needs. In this role, the nurse collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to offer holistic care, guides patients and families in end-of-life planning, and ensures seamless care transitions. They also play a critical role in educating and supporting other healthcare professionals in delivering high-quality palliative care.

A candidate must, on the latest date for receiving completed applications for the post

• Be registered in the relevant Division of the Register of Nurses maintained by An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland) or be entitled to be so registered.
• A minimum of two years' acute care experience within the Irish healthcare sector is required.
• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development at the appropriate level.
• Have the clinical and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role.

Qualifications and skills noted below are desirable, but candidates who possess them may be given higher priority during shortlisting.

• Experience in Palliative or Oncology Nursing
• Proficiency in Information Systems and Technology, or a willingness to undertake training, is essential.
• Hold a post-registration qualification in Palliative Care or Oncology

A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Marymount University Hospital & Hospice from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.

Marymount University Hospital & Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer