Children's Respite Service Relief Staff Nurse
This role presents a unique opportunity to provide compassionate support to children with intellectual disabilities in a child-centred environment. The ideal candidate will possess a genuine passion for working with children and be committed to helping them reach their full potential.
The relief staff nurse will be responsible for supporting children in various community-based activities, such as cinema trips, visits to petting farms, and zoo outings. This role is based in one of our purpose-built children's respite centres, located just outside Killorglin, Co. Kerry.
Key Responsibilities:
* The successful candidate will require RGN/RNMH/RNID qualifications or other suitable nursing qualifications and be a Staff Nurse on the current register as maintained by the NMBI.
* A strong interest and/or experience in working with children with an intellectual disability and their families is essential.
* Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal, organisational, and initiative skills are required.
* An excellent understanding of Person-Centred Planning, Safeguarding, Risk Management, Positive Behaviour Support and Children's Rights is necessary.
* In-depth knowledge and understanding of National Standards for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities and relevant legislation pertinent to the support of children is required.
* Must possess a Full Driving Licence for a Manual Vehicle.
What We Offer:
St John of God Community Services CLG is an equal opportunities employer, providing a supportive work environment that values diversity and inclusion.