Community Staff Nurse (General, Disability & Mental Health)Location: Duleek, County MeathSalary: €56,000 - €60,000 per annumReporting RelationshipsKey Working Relationships: Consultant Psychiatrists, General Practitioners, MDT, Director of Services and Assistant Director of ServicesLine Manager Operations: Nominated Assistant Director of ServicesProfessional Reporting Relationship: Nominated Assistant Director of ServicesPurpose of Post:The overall objective of the position of Community Staff Nurse (Adult & Children Services) is to manage and provide clinical/holistic care to the highest professional standards, which meets the practical, physical and emotional needs of service users, with an intellectual disability/Acquired Brain Injury, and a co‑morbid mental health diagnosis and often accompanying physical disabilities/sensory impairments, complex medical and healthcare needs. This care provided will be consistent with the mission, vision, values and strategic plan of the Talbot Group. Respecting, valuing and fostering the service user’s personal development, quality of life and abilities is central to the role of Community Staff Nurse.Essential Qualifications And Experience:Be registered in the relevant Division of the Live Register of Nurses maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or be entitled to be so registered.Have an in-depth knowledge of HIQA standards and the regulations underpinning the standards as they apply to the Intellectual Disability Services.Have the clinical, and administrative ability to properly discharge the functions of the role.Desirable Experience:Have at least five years post‑registration nursing experience of which two must be in one of the specialist areas or related area.Professional Knowledge & Experience:Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability and Acquired Brain Injury.Knowledge of mental health diagnosis and management.Knowledge of the process of Person‑Centred Planning.Knowledge of the positive behaviour support framework.Knowledge of quality assurance practices and their application to nursing procedures.Working knowledge of National Policies, including De‑congregation, Assisted Decision Making and other policies relevant to the service.Working knowledge of the Talbot Group policies.Knowledge of social care model of service delivery.Special Skills and Competencies:Person Centred – demonstrates eagerness to understand resident/service user needs and views them as central to the delivery of services, ensuring each service user is assessed, cared for and the care is planned, implemented and evaluated in negotiation with the family and accurately documented.Communication and Interpersonal – demonstrates the ability to communicate (verbal and written) in a clear and concise manner, adapting communication style to suit audience.Skilful Interpersonal Communication – demonstrates ability to establish and maintain relationships with service user/residents and other stakeholders.Commitment to Quality – demonstrates ability to focus on both internal and external stakeholder needs and shows determination to offer a quality service.Initiative – demonstrates ability to think ahead of the current situation and shows bias for taking action.Organisational Awareness – demonstrates understanding and commitment to the vision of the service and sound understanding of the organisation.Continuous Learning – demonstrates determination to build on own knowledge and continually seek opportunities to develop and learn new skills.Flexibility/Adaptability – demonstrates ability to react effectively to changing circumstances and accept advice from others.Problem Solving – demonstrates ability to build a logical approach to address problems or opportunities.Professionalism – demonstrates careful consideration of the likely effects on others of one’s words, actions, appearance and mode of behaviour.Reliability – demonstrates a high level of dependability in all aspects of the job.Teamwork – demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with others to achieve aims of the job.Supporting Colleagues – demonstrates ability to effectively build relationships with colleagues using tact, diplomacy and interpersonal skills.Leadership and Accountability – demonstrates accountability for leading, directing, monitoring and evaluating standards of care provided.Medication Management – demonstrates knowledge and adherence to Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland Guidelines.Scope of Practice – educated and competent to perform full range of roles and responsibilities required of a registered nurse.Continuous Professional Development – demonstrates commitment to maintaining and enhancing knowledge, expertise and competence throughout nursing career.Legislation, Ethics and Regulation – demonstrates acceptance of responsibility that nursing practice meets all required standards.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:ProfessionalProvide a high level of professional and clinical leadership.Liaise with General Practitioners in relation to service users’ needs.Manage service users’ health care needs, ensuring the highest professional standards using an evidence‑based approach to ensure clinical effectiveness and efficiency.Develop risk assessments as needed.Develop Health Check Procedures & Protocols to support service users’ health & well‑being.Develop pathways of onward referral to MDT colleagues as required.Coordinate and prioritise appointments in liaison with MDT.Monitor the quality‑of‑service delivery and provide professional advice and guidance to staff.Ensure a zero‑tolerance approach to abuse.Assist in the development and implementation of clinical policies and guidelines which support person‑centred services in line with National Quality Standards.Report and escalate any concerns in a timely manner.Process any complaints in line with Talbot Group policy.Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve service user satisfaction.Prioritise and respond to demands under pressure or in emergencies.Maintain a high standard of work performance, good attendance, appearance and punctuality at all times.Carry out any duties appropriate to the role as determined from time to time by the Director/Assistant of Services.Always present and act in a professional manner.Ensure resident confidentiality is respected and always maintained.Act according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland professional code of conduct.Participate in the identification, development and delivery of education, training, and development programmes for non‑nursing staff on the management of service users’ diagnoses.Act as a role model to other staff and motivate them to higher performance.Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to the service user, their families and staff, overcoming any barriers to understanding and providing support during distressing or emotional events.Maintain own competence in all areas of the role.Person Centred PlanningInitiate, manage, and promote the concept of person‑centred planning enabling the service user to identify their personal goals.Ensure coordinated multi‑disciplinary service delivery by working in partnership with MDT colleagues, staff, families and other key people to support the service user to work towards and achieve their personal goals, guided by individual care plans.Assess service users on a regular and systematic basis through the completion of suitable assessment models.Attend and participate in needs assessment, with and for service users in planning, implementation and evaluation of the care of service users.Health and SafetyEnsure compliance with the Code of Professional Conduct as laid down by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland.Ensure safe practice in relation to medication as governed by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland and Talbot Group policies and guidelines.Work with management in supporting non‑nursing staff to become competent Authorised Medication Administration Persons by mentoring, supervising and completing and signing off competency assessment processes including ongoing professional oversight of non‑nursing staff in the safe administration of medicines.Perform duties in a manner conducive to health and safety and in accordance with Talbot Group policies and procedures.Collaborate with staff/ PIC/ Assistant Director of Services in identifying risks to service users.Ensure that accidents and incidents involving service users, visitors or staff are recorded and investigated in accordance with policy.Training and Ongoing DevelopmentBe aware of current developments in the nursing profession and maintain a commitment to ongoing professional development.Promote and participate in nursing research/evidence‑based clinical audit and encourage its practical application to service user care within the service area.Attend and participate in education and in‑service programmes as required by the needs of the service user and in compliance with Talbot Group policies and national standards, e.g., prevention, detection and response to abuse.
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