Posted 23 July, 2026
Staff Nurse ( CACU ) Specific Purpose
Bon Secours
Galway, Galway, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1840555807
Staff Nurse (CACU) Cardiac and Acute Care Unit.
Specific Purpose 37.5 Hours per Week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (CACU) to join the Bon Secours Health System Hospital Galway. Ireland's Largest Private Healthcare provider.
Job Purpose:
Staff nurses (CACU) are responsible for providing a high standard of nursing care to patients, the application of the nursing process and the scientific knowledge, judgement and technical skills of professional nursing in delivering care to patient population of Cardiac and Acute Care post-Surgery.
Ideal Candidate:
Ability to work as part of a team providing a quality service
Personally, and professionally accountable for patient care
RGN qualification and NMBI registration
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexible approach to work patterns as the post holder will be required to rotate between days and nights
Essential Qualifications:
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]
Have 1/ 2 years nursing experience post-registration preferably in Coronary Care or ICU areas.
Experience & Responsibility:
Carries out nursing care and treatments to the highest possible standard according to agreed Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on the nursing process approach and maintains appropriate records. Implements discharge planning based on patient care needs
Administer medicines, IV drugs, blood/blood products and controlled drugs according to agreed policies. Records and monitors patients post administration according to policy and reports any adverse events or medication errors
Adheres to Best Practice Guidelines in controlling infection and reports/manage infections as dictated by policy and work closely with Infection Control Nurse. Handles and correctly disposes of medical waste as per hospital policy.
Closing date for applications: Friday -7th August 2026
Informal Enquires to Eileen Kivlehan [email protected]
Please submit your application with updated CV.
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.
Specific Purpose 37.5 Hours per Week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Staff Nurse (CACU) to join the Bon Secours Health System Hospital Galway. Ireland's Largest Private Healthcare provider.
Job Purpose:
Staff nurses (CACU) are responsible for providing a high standard of nursing care to patients, the application of the nursing process and the scientific knowledge, judgement and technical skills of professional nursing in delivering care to patient population of Cardiac and Acute Care post-Surgery.
Ideal Candidate:
Ability to work as part of a team providing a quality service
Personally, and professionally accountable for patient care
RGN qualification and NMBI registration
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Flexible approach to work patterns as the post holder will be required to rotate between days and nights
Essential Qualifications:
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]
Have 1/ 2 years nursing experience post-registration preferably in Coronary Care or ICU areas.
Experience & Responsibility:
Carries out nursing care and treatments to the highest possible standard according to agreed Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
Participate in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care based on the nursing process approach and maintains appropriate records. Implements discharge planning based on patient care needs
Administer medicines, IV drugs, blood/blood products and controlled drugs according to agreed policies. Records and monitors patients post administration according to policy and reports any adverse events or medication errors
Adheres to Best Practice Guidelines in controlling infection and reports/manage infections as dictated by policy and work closely with Infection Control Nurse. Handles and correctly disposes of medical waste as per hospital policy.
Closing date for applications: Friday -7th August 2026
Informal Enquires to Eileen Kivlehan [email protected]
Please submit your application with updated CV.
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.
