Horizons - Cope Foundation in Cork Communities, one of the top 200 Employers in Ireland, supports over 2,800 children and adults of every ability to live 'Your Life, Your Way'.
Since ****, Horizons has played a vital role in communities right across Cork city and county.
We work to enhance the lives of people with an intellectual disability and/or autism; working in partnership with them, their families and local communities to provide a broad range of person-centred services and supports.
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Flexibility
Communication
Staff Nurse – Cork City & County
Horizons is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Staff Nurse to support people with intellectual disability and/or autism in Cork.
Salary:
The 13-point salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025 (Pro rata for part-time posts):
New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale.
Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular ******).
Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.
Application Criteria
Possess a relevant third level qualification in Nursing, be on the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
Possess a valid up to date work visa to work in Ireland.
Have very good interpersonal skills and the flexibility to meet the changing needs of the people Horizons supports are essential requirements.
Experience working with people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism is an advantage.
Have proficient IT Skills
Be flexible and a team player
A full clean driving licence is desirable.
What we offer
Salary in line with the HSE consolidated pay scales
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
A flexible and supportive work environment
Membership of the Single Public Service Pension Scheme
An opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives
Employee Assistance Programme
Bike to work scheme
Informal enquiries may be made to Teresa Keohane, Regional Manager on ************ and/or Liza Fitzgerald, Assistant Director of Nursing on ************.
A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, fulltime or part-time Staff Nurse positions that may arise across all areas managed by Horizons.
The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.
Completed applications must be returned no later than
Monday 3rd of November ****
.
Applicants may be short-listed on the basis of their application.
The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply.
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Horizons is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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