Staff Nurse

Join Our Team at Cowper Care – Delivering Excellence in Person-Centred Nursing Care

Cowper Care is seeking dedicated Staff Nurses to join our compassionate team at our Nursing Home in Dublin.

This is a Full-time position – 39 hours per week.

Garda Vetting and a clean medical will be required for the successful applicant.

Applicants must submit a detailed CV outlining all relevant experience/training to date.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement person-centred care plans
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure residents receive the highest standard of care
• Maintain a safe and supportive environment for residents, staff, and visitors
• Support residents in social, recreational, and educational activities
• Adhere to best nursing practices and regulatory standards

Requirements:

• Nursing qualification and NMBI registration
• Knowledge of HIQA’s National Quality Standards for Residential Care Settings
• Understanding of dementia care and older persons' needs

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (€39,813 – €48,748 per annum)
• Career progression and educational assistance
• Subsidized meals
• Pension scheme with death-in-service benefit

Required Criteria

• Nursing qualification and NMBI registration
• Understanding of dementia care and older persons' needs

Skills Needed

About The Company

Established in 2000, Cowper Care operates three centers across Dublin: St. Patrick’s in Baldoyle, Glebe House in Kilternan, and Gascoigne House in Rathmines. The organization offers individualized care to older people on an inter-denominational basis, providing services such as convalescent care, respite and extended care, dementia-specific care, palliative care, and sheltered independent living. Cowper Care promotes and strives to provide the highest possible standards of care to all residents and their families, ensuring dignity and compassion.

Company Culture

Cowper Care fosters a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous professional development. Employees have noted a friendly staff environment, good management, and clean facilities. The organization emphasizes a balanced work schedule, providing equal distribution of working days and days off. Management is described as supportive, contributing to a positive workplace atmosphere. However, some employees have suggested improvements in areas such as staff meals and salary updates.

Company Benefits

Cowper Care offers competitive compensation, with new Healthcare Assistants earning between €15.57 and €15.96 per hour. The organization provides opportunities for career advancement and professional development, fostering a supportive environment for staff growth. Employees have access to free parking and are provided with subsidised meals during shifts. The company emphasizes a balanced work schedule, contributing to a positive work-life balance.

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Tuition reimbursement, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Long service awards

Salary

€39,813.00 - €48,748.00 per year