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[H1] Healthcare & Nursing  Recruitment Agency
If you’re a Nurse, HCA, Midwife, or Social Care Worker who wants to explore agency nursing or if you need staff for your organisation, speak to us today

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[H3] Refer a Friend
Once your referred nurse completes their registration and covers 10x shifts through Access Healthcare, you will be COMPENSATED for your help.
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[H2] Explore Agency Nursing
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[H4] Agency Nursing Fast
We have Nurses and Healthcare Assistants and Social Care Workers nationwide, to respond to your organisation’s urgent needs. We pride ourselves on a 95% fill rate.

[H4] Compliant & Vetted
We supply temporary agency and permanent healthcare staff across Ireland.

[H4] At the Heart of Healthcare
We are a trusted partner of some of Ireland’s leading healthcare facilities, both private and public. Based in Dublin city centre, we supply agency and permanent healthcare staff across the country.

[H2] Looking to hire new staff?
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[H4] Consult with our Recruitment Experts
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[H3] +353 1 901 5270
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[H4] Opening hours: 08:30 – 22:00

[H3] Submit Vacancy or Request a Call Back

[H1] Refer a Friend

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[H2] Refer a Friend Drive
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining our team? Fill in the form below to register your referral.
Of course, there is something in it for you! Once your referred nurse completes their registration and covers 10x shifts through Access Healthcare, you will be COMPENSATED for your help.
For further information, please contact one of our team members on 01 901 5270.

[H3] Refer a Friend Drive

[H1] Privacy Policy

[H2] Access Healthcare Ireland
[H3] Employees and Candidates Privacy Policy
Access Healthcare respects the privacy of its employees and candidates and is committed to protecting personal information in compliance with the UK Data Protection Act (UK DPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018. Access Healthcare Privacy Policy explains how we collect, process, disclose, and safeguard the personal data of employees and candidates in the course of providing recruitment and related services.

[H4] 1. Data Collection and Types of Information:
1.1) Personal Data – Access Healthcare collects employees’ and candidates’ personal data to provide recruitment services, including identifiers like name, email address, phone number, IP address, work experience, qualifications and other details necessary for recruitment. This data may also include contact information (address, phone number), third-party references, notes from meetings, interviews, calls, assessment test results (e.g., psychometric tests) and other data relevant to work placements or services.
1.2) Non-Personal Data – Access Healthcare collects non-personal data, such as demographic information, statistical details about website visitors, and browser types. This data cannot identify an employee or a candidate and is used to improve our services.
1.3) Sensitive Data – Access Healthcare avoids collecting sensitive data unless explicitly required and consented to by an individual.

[H4] 2. Data Collection Methods:
2.1) Access Healthcare collects personal data directly when an individual interacts with Access Healthcare by phone, letter, email, or through our website, submits a CV or other application form, subscribes to email updates, and completes psychometric or competency assessments.
2.2) Access Healthcare may collect data from third parties, including professional references, results from competency tests, feedback on performance, information related to workplace incidents or complaints, insurance claims, or legal inquiries.

[H4] 3. Use of Data on Learning Management System (LMS):
3.1) Access Healthcare may collect and use certain personal data to support LMS. This helps us provide training, improve skills, and enhance our team’s professional growth. Personal data processed in these systems is used solely for educational purposes within the organization and is accessible only to authorized personnel.
3.2) The data may include, but is not limited to, employee identification information, training progress, assessments, and course completion records. We maintain strict confidentiality and apply security measures to protect this data in alignment with our overall data protection standards and this Privacy Policy.

[H4] 4. Legal Bases for Processing Personal Data:
4.1) Access Healthcare processes employees’ and candidates’ personal data under the following legal bases:
Consent – when a person gives explicit consent.
Contractual requirement – to fulfil obligations under a contract with a person.
Legitimate interests – for operating, maintaining, and improving our services.
Legal obligation – to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

[H4] 5. Processing and Disclosure of Data:
5.1) Access Healthcare may process and disclose employees’ and candidates’ personal data for the following purposes:
To provide recruitment services and assist in job placement.
To apply for jobs on a candidate’s behalf and notify them about opportunities.
To market recruitment services and enhance customer service.
To share internally among the recruitment team to identify further opportunities.
To share internally with the sister companies (Accelerate, Archer Recruitment Ireland, Archer IT Recruitment Malta) to ensure smooth daily operations.
5.2) Access Healthcare may disclose employees’ or candidates’ personal data to third parties where relevant:
Prospective employers and referees.
Professional associations, regulatory or law enforcement agencies as required by law.

[H4] 6. Data Sharing and International Transfers:
6.1) Access Healthcare may share data with third parties only when:
Required by law or a court order.
Necessary for recruitment services, with adequate data protection measures in place.
6.2) If employees’ or candidates’ personal data needs to be transferred outside the EEA, Access Healthcare will notify a person and ensure safeguards are in place to protect personal data. This typically occurs only for recruitment purposes, though Access Healthcare primarily operates within the EEA.
6.3) Employees’ or candidates’ personal data may be processed by a third-party data processor outside the EEA, Quintessential Talent Private Limited, for recruitment services. There is a written contract between Access Healthcare and Quintessential Talent Private Limited, ensuring that the data processor will only handle personal data when instructed to do so by Access Healthcare.

[H4] 7. Data Retention and Security:
7.1) Access Healthcare retains employees’ and candidates’ personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected, typically up to 7 years from the last contact unless otherwise required by law or upon removal request.
7.2) Access Healthcare implements security procedures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. Only authorized personnel are allowed access to the data for recruitment-related and operational purposes.
7.3) We use secure communication methods to protect personal data and its storage.
7.4) In the event of a data breach, our IT team follows a defined incident response plan to quickly contain and mitigate any potential risks. Affected individuals will be notified as soon as possible, in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

[H4] 8. Employees’ and Candidates’ Rights Under GDPR:
Access and Portability – allows to request access to personal data and receive it in a portable format.
Rectification – allows for correction of any inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Erasure – allows to request deletion of personal data where applicable.
Restriction – allows to limit processing under certain conditions.
Objection – allows to object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Withdraw Consent – allows to withdraw consent where applicable.

[H4] 9. How to get in touch
To get in touch with any query in relation to personal data, send a mail to [email protected] outlining the nature of the request. The Access Healthcare team will respond within one month of receiving a request. If additional information is needed, Access Healthcare may ask to fill out the ‘Subject Access Request Form’.

[H4] 10. Review of the Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update it at any time to reflect changes in our business practices, legal requirements, and personal data processing methods. The last update to this Privacy Policy was in November 2025.

[H1] Nurse and Healthcare Assistant
[H2] Resources and Registration

[H2] Here, you’ll find everything you need to get started with us.
[H3] Complete the form online:

[H3] Completing the Nurse, Social Care Worker & HCA Registration Form:
Once you have filled in the form you can attach any necessary documents and sign the form directly without having to print.
Once the form is completed online, please click the submit button and the application will be sent directly to our Access Healthcare team.
[H5] **If for any reason you are not able to complete the online Candidate Application form below, you can download and print off the one on the right.**

[H2] HCA, Nurse & Social Care Worker Registration Form
Ready to join our team? Fill out our online registration form to start your journey with Access Healthcare. Whether you’re a Healthcare Assistant, Nurse, or Social Care Worker, we’re excited to connect you with opportunities across Northern Ireland.
Online Form

[H2] HCA, Nurse & Social Care Worker Registration Form
Ready to join our team? Fill out our printable registration form to start your journey with Access Healthcare. Whether you’re a Healthcare Assistant, Nurse, or Social Care Worker, we’re excited to connect you with opportunities across Northern Ireland.
Printable Form

[H2] Once you’re registered and have started working…

[H2] HCA, Nurse & Social Care Worker Timesheet
Easily log your hours with our user-friendly timesheet. Designed for Healthcare Assistants, Nurses, and Social Care Workers, this timesheet ensures accurate and timely payment for your hard work. Submit your completed timesheet on time to get paid.
Paper Timesheet

[H2] How to Complete your Paper Timesheet
Follow our step-by-step guide to complete your weekly timesheet accurately. This document is designed to assist healthcare assistants, nurses, social care workers, and all healthcare staff in ensuring all hours are properly recorded for timely payment.
Paper Timesheet Guide

[H1] Agency Worker FAQs

[H2] Welcome to our very own help centre!
If you don’t find your question answered below please get in touch. We’re here to help you get the best experience from agency nursing. If you’re a Nurse or Healthcare Assistant who is considering nursing, please feel free to contact us to discuss how temporary agency nursing could work for you.

[H5] How do I register with you?
Please visit our Register Now page in order to register. Simply submit this to us with the other required documentation – you will find a full list of what you need to do.

[H5] How and when do I get paid?
Fill out a timesheet for each shift you work. Then get it signed by a senior member of staff in that Healthcare facility. Send a copy of this via email to [email protected].
The deadline for timesheets is 12pm Tuesday for each week worked. You receive an automated response to confirm that we got it. We pay you the following Thursday directly into your bank account.

[H5] How do I fill in my timesheet?
In the top left-hand corner, write your own name and position. Enter the name and address of the facility you worked in.
Enter the date and hours worked. Record the breaks you took. Note that a 60-minute break is automatically deducted. So if you took less than that or no break, cross out the 60 minutes and note the actual length of your break.
Get all shift details authorised by a senior member of staff at the end of your shift by getting the relevant areas signed.
Please be very careful when completing your timesheet, as any errors will delay your payment to the following week.
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[H5] Do you provide uniforms?
Yes. We will provide you with a uniform and ID once you complete your registration.

[H5] There is a high level of training required, do you provide this training? Where can I go to do these courses?
While we are not in a position to provide training ourselves, we are happy assist. We can provide you with information on suitable locations and prices of the training you will need.

[H1] General Nursing Jobs in Ireland
[H4] Temporary and Permanent Jobs across Ireland
Access Healthcare provides Nurses with jobs and positions across Ireland. We have a suite of clients including Hospitals, Aged Care Homes, Residential Services, Psychiatric Units, and Community Nursing Units for you to work in on a temporary basis. Access Healthcare also provides part-time, full-time, and contract nursing positions.
We have new needs for Registered Nurses for temporary shifts and bookings on a daily basis. Sometimes the Agency Nursing positions are a one-off request and other times they are for longer engagements.
Nurses typically join us for the flexibility of choosing when and where it suits them to work. We also find Nurses join us from a range of backgrounds because they enjoy the opportunity to work as a temp and gain exposure to a number of different types of environments.
The bookings and clients are right across all counties in Ireland – Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford.
We can help you through the registration process, so please feel free to reach out to us.

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[H2] Key Skills in Demand for General Nursing Jobs in Ireland
The healthcare sector in Ireland, specifically in the field of general nursing, requires a broad spectrum of skills. One of the most critical skills required is a robust understanding of clinical skills. These include patient assessment, wound care, administering medications, understanding patient safety standards, and maintaining electronic health records. Competency in these skills is vital for the overall wellbeing of the patients under a nurse’s care.
Communication skills are another crucial aspect of nursing. Nurses act as a bridge between the doctors and patients, therefore, they need to be adept at interpreting complex medical jargon into language that patients and their families can easily understand. Also, a high degree of empathy and interpersonal skills is needed to comfort patients and their families during trying times, making it a non-negotiable aspect of a nursing job.
A mastery of the latest technology and machinery used in patient care is another key skill that Irish hospitals are seeking in their nurses. This encompasses knowledge of advanced diagnostic machines, software systems used in patient management, and updated digital health records.
Additionally, the ability to work under pressure is an essential skill due to the often high-stress environments in healthcare settings. Crisis management abilities and quick decision-making skills, especially during emergency situations, are sought-after attributes.
Lastly, knowledge of the latest healthcare laws and regulations in Ireland, professional ethics, patient rights, and infection control protocols is also crucial. The demand for multilingual nurses, particularly those fluent in English and other European languages, has also been rising in the multicultural environment of Ireland’s healthcare sector.
Overall, the key skills in demand for general nursing jobs in Ireland are a mix of strong clinical acumen, excellent communication, familiarity with medical technology, the ability to handle high-pressure situations, a solid understanding of healthcare regulations, and language skills. These skills together ensure the provision of high-quality patient care.

[H3] Key Certifications & Qualifications for General Nursing Jobs in Ireland
To work as a General Nurse in Ireland, you require a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Nursing from a program approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI). After completing the degree, registration with NMBI is mandatory. Additional certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) can be advantageous, and specializations may be necessary depending on the specific role. For international nurses, proficiency in English is also a requirement.