_SOS KILKENNY CLG_
STAFF NURSE
JOB TITLE: STAFF NURSE, RESIDENTIAL SERVICE.
JOB LOCATION(S): Kilkenny City and surrounding areas
REPORTING TO: Residential Manager (PIC)
CONTRACT TYPE/HOURS: **Apply on the website** hours per week.
Residential shift hours incorporating evening, overnight and weekend
work
SALARY: Linked to HSE staff nurse pay scale.
ROLE:
_(This is not an exhaustive list of all duties but is rather a guide
to the role)._
* Responsibility to work as part of a team to assist residents to
lead a full life as contributing members in their own communities.
* Provide therapeutic interventions, practical support, and nursing
care for residents.
* Work as part of the team with the line manager in ensuring that
service objectives are met and reviewed so as to maintain, improve and
develop the service.
* Promote resident involvement, consultation and participation.
* To manage risk in a systematic way that is embedded in a culture
of safety, welfare and quality of life for residents.
* To support residents to have an enjoyable and fulfilling home
life.
PERSONAL PROFILE
_EDUCATION & TRAINING:_
* Be currently registered with An Bord Altranais, RNID desirable but
not essential.
_EXPERIENCE:_
* Working with individuals with intellectual disability/complex needs
a distinct advantage.
* Experience in delivering low arousal approaches in a person
centered environment desirable.
_KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:_
* Awareness of key worker role & philosophy of supporting people with
intellectual disabilities
* Knowledge of Health Act **Apply on the website**, HIQA and
National Standards.
* Excellent communication skills with proven ability to develop
positive relationships with a variety of stakeholders in particular
the people we support.
* Computer literacy
_COMPETENCIES AND VALUES:_
* Human Rights Based Approach.
* Resilience, Positive Attitude & Openness to Change.
* Effective Communication & Working Relationships.
* Planning and Organising.
* Innovation, Creativity & Problem Solving.
_ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT(S):_
* Full Driving Licence is essential.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested applicants should e-mail an up to date Curriculum Vitae to
**Apply on the website**.
Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday **Apply on the
website**nd January **Apply on the website**.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment:
Category: Health
