Job Overview
Galway University Hospital is seeking a dedicated and motivated professional for the role of Staff Nurse Emergency Department Galway. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic Emergency Department within a major acute teaching hospital serving the West and North West region.
The successful candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centred care in a fast-paced emergency setting, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe and effective services.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department.
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care plans.
- Respond promptly and effectively to emergency and acute clinical situations.
- Work collaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professionals.
- Maintain accurate, timely and confidential patient records.
- Adhere to HSE policies, procedures and national clinical guidelines.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing professional development.
- Support the education and mentoring of junior nursing staff and students where required.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Registered as a General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
- Depth and breadth of recent post-registration experience in an Emergency Department and/or hold a relevant qualification in Emergency Nursing (within the last 5 years);
- OR demonstrate recent post-registration medical and/or surgical nursing experience in an acute hospital setting for a minimum of one year (within the last 2 years).
- Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary in line with the HSE Staff Nurse (General) Grade 2135 pay scale, in accordance with February 2026 consolidated salary scales.
- Permanent Wholetime contract.
- Full-time and part-time opportunities may arise from the panel formed.
- Opportunities for career progression within the HSE.
- Public sector pension scheme and annual leave entitlements.
- Access to further education, training and professional development supports.
Location & Employer Information
This position is based in the Emergency Department at Galway University Hospital, County Galway, within the HSE West and North West health region.
Galway University Hospital is part of the Saolta University Health Care Group and provides a comprehensive range of acute hospital services to a large and diverse population. The Emergency Department delivers urgent and emergency care across medical, surgical and trauma presentations in a busy, multidisciplinary environment.
Application Details
To apply for the Staff Nurse Emergency Department Galway role, please submit your application online via:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/94672
Reference: SNEDGUH26
Category: Nursing and Midwifery
Grade: Staff Nurse – General (2135)
Recruiter: HSE West and North West
For informal enquiries, please contact:
Deirdre O’Brien, Assistant Director of Nursing, Emergency Department, Galway University Hospital
Email: deirdres.obrien@hse.ie
Caroline Flynn, Assistant Director of Nursing, Emergency Department, Galway University Hospital
Email: caroline.flynn4@hse.ie
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally receive at least one week’s notice of interview.
Last Day to Apply: 02 April 2026, 10:00 AM
