We are urgently recruiting an Intellectual Disability (ID) Nurse Manager for a Residential Care Service in Offaly, Ireland. RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for domestic and overseas candidates across hospitals, nursing homes, home care, and community care services.
Intellectual Disability (ID) Nurse Manager
Responsibilities
Coordinate and attend referral meetings, assessments, and admissions in partnership with the ADT Manager
Participate in virtual and face-to-face assessments of new referrals alongside the MDT and Operations teams
Make informed recommendations to the Referrals Committee regarding service needs and suitability for admission
Assess compatibility of new admissions with existing residents to promote positive outcomes for all
Manage referral documentation and maintain accurate, up-to-date records on the Referral Tracker and ADT Pipeline
Provide clinical and professional support to centre teams to ensure safe and compliant medication practices
Communicate effectively with referring agencies (HSE/Tusla) regarding referral status, assessments, and placement updates
Chair ADT Committee meetings in the absence of the ADT Manager
Support staffing ratio reviews and collaborate with HR on workforce planning, training, and resource requirements
Support the QSPD Manager with service audits, quality reviews, and monitoring of action plans across multiple locations
Attend pre-admission and transition planning meetings, liaising with Operations, Facilities, and MDT colleagues to ensure service readiness
Ensure compliance with the Health Care Act 2007 and National Standards for Residential Services, particularly in healthcare, medication, and wellbeing practices
Provide professional guidance, training, and policy support to centre teams in areas of healthcare delivery, medication management, and health monitoring
Requirements
Proven experience working in residential and/or community disability services, including autism-specific admissions
2–4 years’ clinical nurse management experience (desirable)
Registered with NMBI as a Registered Nurse in Intellectual Disability (RNID)
QQI Level 7 or Level 8 qualification in Nursing or a relevant related field
In-depth knowledge of HIQA regulatory requirements and person-centred support frameworks
Full, clean driving licence
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to work independently
High attention to detail with strong IT proficiency
Benefits
Attractive salary
Annual bonus scheme
Pension scheme
23 days annual leave
CPD support and professional development
Opportunity to grow within a developing service
Paid travel expenses
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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