Outreach Nurse

Outreach Nurse Part-Time Contract – 30 hours per weekLocations: Co. KildareHSE Nurse Salary Scales (as relevant to experience) The successful candidate will be part of a self-directed team, in a dynamic and fast-paced department. The role will collaborate with Outreach Planners and Support Workers to support the people who use our service, to ensure individuals are respected, treated with dignity and offered opportunities to live the life of their choice by playing a role in ensuring that the goals and objectives outlined in the Individual Support Plan are achieved under the national standards of New Directions.ResponsibilitiesEfficiently and effectively deliver all aspects of the Staff Nurse role to the highest standards of support and care for Individuals using Outreach Services. Collaborate with Outreach Leader to further develop this role to meet the nursing and support needs of the people who are supported by Outreach Team. Participating in Assessment of Needs, developing nurse-led support plans, completing nursing assessments (SAM self-assessments)Complete early screening using Dementia Screening Questionnaire for Individuals with Intellectual Disability (DSQIID) Support each individual where appropriate with regards to taking responsibility for all aspects of their mental, physical, sexual and emotional well-being Supporting some individuals in other areas of their life such as general home maintenance, building relationships, advocacy, financial support and work with the person’s team Maintain effective communication with families/individual’s support network Report all HIQA notifiable incidents Travel between Kare locations for the purpose of meetings, training, etc, as requiredRequirements Qualification: A recognised validated university degree or equivalent qualification in Intellectual Disability Nursing, General Nursing, or Paediatric NursingExperience working with challenging behaviour particularly with people who have an intellectual disabilityExperience of working with adults and children, preferably in an intellectual disability settingMust have a full, valid driver’s licence and access to your own vehicleMust provide proof of current NMBI registration OR proof of eligibility to register Must be eligible to work in Ireland without sponsorship Benefits Generous annual leavePaid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service)Federation of Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme: Employer 7% & Employee 5% contributionsOptional Salary Protection PlanRewarding work with flexible hoursEmployee Assistance Programme ESDA.ie and local Employee DiscountsPersonal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression Closing date for applications is 13th July 2025.A detailed Job Description is available on request. Informal enquires to Erris Keane or Elaine Quinn – Outreach Leaders.Shortlisting will be completed on the basis of information provided in your application against the requirement of the role. The successful candidate will be required to provide satisfactory references and Garda Vetting and overseas police vetting, where applicable. Salary is paid in accordance with the Department of Health Consolidated Salary Scales.About KareKare delivers a wide range of community-based supports to children and adults with intellectual disabilities in an innovative and progressive way. Our goal is to support them and their families to create a present and future that fulfils their personal potential. Our Values: Respect, Rights, Collaboration, Quality, Person Centred. Visit our website: Home | KareKare is an Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to a policy of equal opportunity and encourage applications under all nine grounds of the Employment Equality Act. We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.