Staff Nurse Healthcare Department

Job Location: Kilkenny City Contract: Full-time Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Day Shifts Benefits: 24 Days Annual Leave 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 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 in the healthcare department to assist Day Service Users and Residents to lead a full life as contributing members in their own communities. Provide therapeutic interventions, practical support, and nursing care for the people supported.        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 involvement consultation and participation for the people we support         To manage risk in a systematic way that is embedded in a culture of safety, welfare and quality of life for Service Users.         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 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 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.