Staff Nurse Emergency Medicine Sligo University Hospital

Sligo University Hospital is seeking a dedicated Staff Nurse Emergency Medicine to join its dynamic Emergency Department team. This permanent wholetime opportunity offers the chance to deliver high-quality acute care in a fast-paced clinical environment within the HSE West and North West region.

This role is ideal for a motivated nurse committed to patient-centred care, teamwork, and professional development in emergency nursing practice.

Job Overview

The Staff Nurse Emergency Medicine will provide safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering responsive and compassionate care in line with HSE policies and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the Emergency Department setting.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care in line with professional guidelines.
Respond promptly and effectively to emergency and critical care situations.
Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with HSE policies.
Adhere to infection prevention, health and safety, and clinical governance standards.
Support continuous quality improvement initiatives within the department.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Registered as a General Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).
Demonstrated clinical competence in acute or emergency nursing (desirable).
Strong assessment and critical thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Full details of eligibility criteria and role requirements are outlined in the official Job Specification available via Rezoomo.

Salary, Benefits & Working Hours

Grade: Staff Nurse – General (Grade Code 2135).
Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime.
Salary Scale: In line with HSE consolidated pay scales effective 1 August 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Incremental progression applies as per national public sector agreements.
Public sector pension scheme and annual leave entitlements.
Opportunities for training and career development within the HSE.

Location & Employer Information

Location: Sligo University Hospital, County Sligo
Health Region: HSE West and North West

Sligo University Hospital provides acute hospital services to the population of Sligo and surrounding counties including Donegal, Leitrim, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway. The hospital operates as part of the HSE West and North West healthcare region, delivering essential emergency and specialist services.