Embrace provides residential support services for adults and children with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, and acquired brain injuries. We are currently looking for a STAFF NURSE for a position in our children's service in Navan, Co. Meath.
The primary purpose of this position is to provide nursing care to a high standard which meets the practical, physical and emotional needs of our residents with an intellectual disability, acquired brain injury or autism. In doing so, you will assist the residents in achieving their highest levels of functioning in order to maintain independence or to improve skills that will encourage them to be more independent.
Key Responsibilities:
Overseeing the medical needs of residents and delegating to other disciplines as appropriate and overall medication management
Conducting nursing assessments with residents to establish their healthcare deficits and develop person-centered individualized nursing care plans for each resident
Respecting, valuing and fostering the residents’ personal development, quality of life and abilities is central to the role
Collaborating with the team to implement residents’ individual goals through the development, implementation and review of programmes which meet the identified needs
Supervising the team in the delivery of care plans for our residents
Work with the team to assist residents to develop skills in self-care, home skills, community skills, interpersonal skills and leisure skills
Supporting the team around health-related care planning and maintaining a high standard of care including ongoing review and management of GP clinic
Attending all hospital and GP appointments which require a nursing input
Carry out any duties necessary to ensure the hygiene, comfort and care of the residents as required. This may include personal care and must be performed in such as was as to ensure the dignity and respect of the residents
Maintain accurate, detailed records for each resident in accordance with the principles of confidentiality, data protection, legislation, GDPR and Freedom of Information
Adhering to infection control policies and procedures at all times
Be actively involved in the induction of new staff to the house
Assuming a supervisory role in the absence of the PIC to look after the day to day operations of the house.
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
Must be registered in the Intellectual Disability / Mental Health Division and/or General Division of the Live Register of Nurses maintained by NMBI (Nursing Midwifery Board of Ireland)
Experience working in a residential, respite or day service setting with people with an intellectual disability would be desirable
A kind and compassionate personality
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships
Proven capability of working on your own initiative with a high level of attention to detail
Good time management skills
Knowledge of Irish healthcare and HIQA standards
Fluent English
Full driving licence
Eligibility to work in Ireland
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
Bike to work scheme
Employee assistance program
On-site parking
Sick pay
Wellness program
Experience:
Nursing: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland registration (preferred)
Driving Licence? Is it manual or automatic (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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