Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, Socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research.JOB ADVERTISEMENTAPPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION:Nurse Practice Project LeadSPECIFIED PURPOSE 7 MONTHS PART-TIME CONTRACT (25 Hours Per Week).ST VINCENTS SERVICES, LIMERICKSalary: €61,463 - €77,666* (lsi)Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work.REF:86172Essential:Be registered in the Intellectual Disability Division of the live register maintained by NMBI -R.N.I.D. is - Essential.Completed Management Course -EssentialLevel 8 qualification - Essential.Full clean driving licence and use of a car -EssentialHave at least 5 years post registration experience of disability nursing including 2 years front line clinical practice, management, education or quality improvement.Have an in-depth knowledge of Intellectual Disability Services delivered in a social model.Have a working knowledge of HIQA Standards as they apply to the role of the Practice Development coordinator.Have the ability to assist Senior Nursing Personnel /Management/Nurse Practice Development Coordinator -National in the formulation of clinical practice to support service delivery across all service areas.Possess Level 3 Core Competencies.Desirable:Strong evidence of engaging in continuous professional development with a knowledge of student nurse trainingHave the clinical experience and knowledge to ensure high standards of clinical and evidence-based standards.Have proven people leadership, communications and interpersonal skills.Be highly motivated with the ability to work as part of a team, or on your own initiative and the capacity to manage change.Why work with us?Excellent Career Progression Opportunities.Supportive and innovative working environment.Comprehensive Pension SchemeGenerous annual leave entitlementPaid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay schemeBike to work SchemeTax Saver Travel SchemeGenerous annual leave entitlementPaid Maternity Leave & Sick Pay schemeBike to work SchemeTax Saver Travel SchemePlease submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: Informal enquiries to Lisa Lavelle, Director of Nursing, Tel; or email; Closing date for receipt of applications: 10th October 2025.Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received."A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the LimerickAvista is an equal opportunities employer.