Staff Nurse (2026-582)

Ballincollig Community Nursing Unit is ideally located in one of Cork's most vibrant and growing communities. Surrounded by local amenities and community connections, we provide compassionate, person-centred care that supports residents to live with dignity, comfort, and purpose.

We are currently recruiting a caring and motivated Staff Nurse to join our clinical team and support the delivery of exceptional care in a resident-focused environment.

Flexibility to work across a 24/7 service, including day shifts, night shifts, weekends, and public holidays, is essential.

The Role
As a Staff Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care to our residents. You will ensure dignity, respect, and compassion are at the heart of everything you do, while maintaining professional standards and contributing to a positive team environment.
Responsibilities:

• Provide care that respects the dignity, privacy, and individuality of each resident.
• Act as a Named Nurse, maintaining all relevant documentation accurately.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and visitors, providing support and comfort where needed, particularly in times of bereavement.
• Ensure all Mowlam Healthcare policies and standards are understood and adhered to by staff.
• Maintain clear, concise, and accurate records in line with legislation and internal standards.
• Safeguard the administration, custody, and control of all drugs and medicines in accordance with policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge and awareness of HIQA standards and participate in inspection processes.
• Manage admissions in line with procedures, ensuring all documentation is completed.
• Liaise with healthcare professionals regarding resident discharge to ensure continuity of care.

• First level registration
• Registered on the NMBI live register.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Strong decision-making ability.
• Self-motivated with the ability to inspire others.
• A collaborative team player with the ability to work on own initiative.
• Results-driven and committed to high standards of care.

• Guaranteed hours contracts (full & part time)
• Sunday Premium Rates
• Double time on Bank Holidays
• Comprehensive induction training & continued in-house training/professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within & across the organisation.
• Internal transfer opportunities
• Employee Recognition Programme
• Paid trainings
• Retail discounts
• Employee Referral Incentive Scheme
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Death In Service Benefit
• Employee Assistance Programme

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, Garda Vetting, and the completion of all pre-employment checks required under applicable regulations.

Note
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role and the range of duties, it does not attempt to detail every activity. Given the nature of the work, it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in the nursing home. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder periodically.