Staff nurse - Intellectual Disabilities

TTM Healthcare are currently recruiting a Staff Nurse on behalf of a residential service for adults based in Kilkenny.

This is a full time permanent contract working 39 hours per week. Shifts are from 8am to 8pm incorporating weekend work.

Requirements:

• Degree in Nursing (recognised for practice in Ireland)
• Be currently registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland, RNID desirable but not essential.
• Working with individuals with intellectual disability/complex needs a distinct advantage.
• Experience in delivering low arousal approaches in a person centered environment desirable.
• Awareness of key worker role & philosophy of supporting people with intellectual disabilities
• Knowledge of Health Act 2007, 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

Additional Requirement(s):

• Full Driving License is essential.

Benefits:

• 24 Days Annual Leave
• Competitive salary
• Sick Pay Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Maternity Leave
• Study Assistance Scheme
• Bike to work Scheme
• Wellness Program
• Savings Scheme
• Continual Professional Development opportunities

For more information and to view a full job description, call Louise on 015136740 or click APPLY with your most recent CV today.