Relief Nurse — Empowering Disability Care, Flexible Hours

University Hospital Galway; Galway; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Pay Scheme

Paid Maternity Leave

Flexible Working

Pension Scheme

Parking (Site Dependent)

Generous Annual Leave

Access to training

Job summary

Kerry Parents and Friends Association in Valentia Island, Co Kerry, invites applications for a Relief Nurse in its Valentia Residential Service. This role supports adults with intellectual disabilities, delivering holistic nursing care across shifts including day, evening and night duties.

You will work within a supportive team, adhering to NMBI codes and our policies, while promoting independence and quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Qualified General/Intellectual Disability/Mental Health Nurse and be registered with the NMBI.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualised nursing care to adults with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities.
• Promote independence and empowerment in daily living activities.
• Practice in line with the Code of Professional Conduct and our Association policies.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA regulations, the Disability Act 2005, Health & Safety Legislation, and GDPR.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and external agencies to provide comprehensive support.
• Maintain registration in the appropriate NMBI division and comply with board requirements.
• IT proficiency to support daily administrative tasks.
• Applicants must have authorisation to work in Ireland and provide documentation during recruitment.

Skills

NMBI registered nurse

Job description

Kerry Parents and Friends Association in Valentia Island, Co Kerry, invites applications for a Relief Nurse in its Valentia Residential Service. This role supports adults with intellectual disabilities, delivering holistic nursing care across shifts including day, evening and night duties.

You will work within a supportive team, adhering to NMBI codes and our policies, while promoting independence and quality of life for residents.