Join Our Team as a Community Nurse Specialist at Wicklow Community Services.
Location: Wicklow
Closing Date: September 5th, ****
Interview Date: September 11th, ****.
Salary: €52,000 per annum (full-time)
Contract: Two-year fixed term, 37.5 hours per week
We are open to offering a 4-day week with the salary and hours pro-rated.
About Us:
Join Wicklow Community Services based out of Wicklow Town in providing exceptional home care services to clients within Co.
Wicklow.
We seek a dedicated Community Nurse with a focus on building out Clinical Care to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality home-based healthcare.
This is a new role within the organisation and we are seeking a candidate comfortable building this role.
This role will be based 70% within the community and 30% in the office.
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with the Homecare Manager and Clara Learning to ensure adherence to clinical governance standards.
Provide clinical expertise at Health and Safety Committee meetings.
Ensure annual updating of care plans and oversee care plan delivery.
Lead the team in setting up services and conducting risk assessments.
Support inspection and observation of care staff roles.
Attend necessary meetings to contribute clinical insights.
Provide monthly reports on service performance.
Contribute to the quality of care delivery and future direction.
Prepare for statutory home care regulations and ensure compliance.
Develop clinical pathways for stoma care, catheter care, and clinical guidance for management and staff.
Requirements:
Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.
Minimum 5 years post-registration experience.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Knowledge of HIQA Standards and draft Homecare Regulations.
Driving license and full access to a car (Mileage pay will be provided)
Clean record and willingness to undergo Garda vetting.
Desirable Criteria:
Post-registration education in care of older adults/gerontology (level 8 or above).
Personal Specification:
Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and leadership skills.
Demonstrated ability in clinical practice, education, audit, research, and decision-making.
Commitment to providing quality care service and professional development.
Terms and Conditions:
Two-year fixed-term contract with a standard working week of 37.5 hours.
Salary scale: €52,000 per annum (full-time).
Annual leave: 25 days.
Probationary period: 6 months.
Designation under the Vulnerable Adult Safeguarding ****.
Apply Now:
If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care to individuals within the community and meet the eligibility criteria, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Applicants who were trained outside of Ireland, please submit a statement of equivalence from the Dept. of Health and Children with your application.