Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Nurse to join our team in providing high-quality care and support to individuals with intellectual disabilities.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
They will also be able to demonstrate empathy and understanding when dealing with vulnerable individuals and their families.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Qualifications: A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais) or RNID/RGN qualification is essential.
* Experience: Experience and an appreciation of the responsibilities of the post and issues affecting the everyday lives of individuals with an Intellectual Disability is desirable.
* Skills: Candidates must demonstrate good judgement, discretion, and confidentiality. They should also be able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and communicate sensitively with family members.
Benefits:
* Salary: Staff Nurse - €36,919 x 12 increments - €53,340 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
* Long Service Increment: €54,928 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) is granted after 3 years on the maximum of the scale.
* Additional Payments: Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays, and sleep-ins and night duty when worked.
* Location Allowance: A location allowance of €2,637 per annum (pro-rata for part-time) will also be paid when assigned to services where 75% of the persons supported have a diagnosis of severe/profound intellectual disability.
Others:
* Working Hours: 2 x Permanent Part-time 36 hours per fortnight All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster.
* Annual Leave: 24 days pro rata per annum (pro-rata for part-time).
* Remuneration: Department of Health salary scales as at 01/03/2025 apply.