_St. John of God Dublin South East Services provides a network of
education, training, employment, respite and community living
personnel supports to children and adults with intellectual
disabilities in South Dublin._
_INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY STAFF NURSE_
PERMANENT FULL-TIME CONTRACT
We are seeking to employ Staff Nurses to support the continued
provision and development of dynamic, meaningful, person-centred
opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities in our Day
Services.
SUITABLE CANDIDATES MUST:
* Be on the current register as maintained by An Bord Altranais /
NMBI
* RNID qualification preferable
* Assessments for non-nursing personnel may be part of this role
* Experience working with adults with an Intellectual Disability
with an excellent understanding of the health, social and emotional
needs of these individuals desirable
* Have experience/knowledge of Positive Behavioural Support
* Experience working with Multi-Disciplinary Teams (i.e.)
Psychology, Behavioural Support desirable
* Commitment to deliver all aspects of care and support through a
Person Centred Planning Approach
* Experience with Peg Feeding advantageous
* Demonstrate a commitment to promoting the rights of people with
disabilities
* Full clean driving licence (willingness to drive as part of role
is essential). We may consider candidates who are planning or in the
process of obtaining a full manual licence.
Please forward your covering letter and CV by email only to **Apply on
the website** QUOTING REFERENCE; NURSEDAYMAR**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE**
Informal Queries to: Anna Ruth Duane/Amanda Mulroy **Apply on the
website** **Apply on the website**
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STAFF NURSE
Children?s Respite Service
Permanent Post
(**Apply on the website** hours per week)
We are recruiting for the above position providing support to children
with intellectual disabilities in our Children?s Respite Services,
Angel?s Quest.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who?s passionate about
young children and interested in providing opportunities for children
with ID to develop their full potential in a compassionate and child
centred environment.
Sometimes families need a break and sometimes children need a chance
to play with their friends and have a sleepover or a holiday. We have
a purpose built children?s respite centre on our campus in
Glenageary, providing a welcome break for families, and fun and
development for children. This is a hugely rewarding role for someone
interested in working in a dynamic yet hospitable service.
This post provides therapeutic interventions, practical support, and
nursing support where appropriate to meet the needs of the individual
children/young people.
A guideline of typical hours over a 2 week period is;
week 1: Mon 8am - 7pm, Tues **Apply on the website**am - 7pm, Fri
**Apply on the website**am - 8pm, Sat 8am - 8pm, Sun 8am - 8pm
week 2: Wed **Apply on the website**pm - 8pm, Thurs **Apply on the
website**am - 7pm, Fri **Apply on the website**am - 8pm
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL:
* Be on the current register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of
Ireland and preferably RNID trained
* Assessments for non-nursing personnel may be part of this role
* Have a strong interest and /or experience in working with children
with an intellectual disability and their families.
* Excellent communication, teamwork, interpersonal, organisational
and initiative skills.
* Understanding of POMS, Advocacy, Human Rights and Risk Management
concepts.
* Have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of National Standards
for Residential Services for Children and Adults with Disabilities and
relevant legislation pertinent to support of children.
* Demonstrate sound knowledge and social model practice in support
of children;
* Full clean driving licence and willingness to drive as part of
role is essential; _allowances may be made if candidates agree to
achieve this within 6 months of employment_
If you believe you have the necessary enthusiasm, competencies and
experience to bring to this role, please forward your letter of
application along with your Curriculum Vitae by email only to **Apply
on the website** quoting REF:AQNURSEMAR**APPLY ON THE WEBSITE** .
Closing Date **Apply on the website**th March **Apply on the website**
INFORMAL ENQUIRIES TO SHARON MACKESSY ? TEL: **Apply on the
website** **Apply on the website**
Shortlisting will apply.
SHORTLISTING WILL APPLY.
? COMPASSI_SAINT JOHN OF GOD COMMUNITY SERVICES LIMITED IS AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER._
_WE OPERATE HSE (HEALTH SERVICE EXECUTIVE) FUNDED SERVICES ACROSS
INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY, ADULT MENTAL HEALTH AND CHILD AND ADOLESCENT
PSYCHIATRY._
_HOSPITALITY COMPASSION EXCELLENCE JUSTICE RESPECT_
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
