Staff Nurse Laois Residential Services

Muiriosa Foundation

  • Co Laois
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 12 days ago
Who We Are:Muiríosa Foundation supports individuals (and their families) with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live self-directed, connected and fulfilling lives. Currently we employ over 1,400 staff and support people in Laois, Offaly, Westmeath, Meath, Longford, Kildare, Tipperary, Kilkenny. We provide supports through the Regional structure and the Person Centred Wing . Each region exercises a high level of devolved autonomy across all major operational functions including residential homes, day supports, respite. The Person Centred Wing offers the opportunity to have someone work with you who comes with an exclusively individualised focus on getting to know you and figuring out what needs to happen so that you get the opportunity to create the life you want for yourself. What people want is usually very ordinary but is seen as ‘extraordinary’ if you have a disability. Refer to the for further information.There are administration centres in each of the regions of the organisation.Description:STAFF NURSESLAOIS RESIDENTIAL SERVICESPermanent Relief Contracts – If & When RequiredWe are continuously growing and looking for talented and enthusiastic Nurses to join our team.An exciting opportunity has arisen within our organisation for Staff Nurses (RNID) to join our Adult Residential and Respite Services in Laois in a relief capacity. These posts will enable the successful candidates to make a lasting impression on people’s lives while enhancing their own clinical skills. As a dynamic and ever-changing organisation, we provide many opportunities for promotion and progression within the service. We expect and are happy to assist with Continued Professional Development. This exciting role will involve working with many other disciplines as part of a wider team that promotes positive risk management, inclusion in all aspects of society, and attention to the will and preference of the people we support.Report writing is computerised and all care documentation is recorded and stored electronically so a working knowledge of technology is desirable. Essential requirements for the role include a commitment to developing and implementing Person Centred Plans and Care Support Plans that are in keeping with the vison, values, choice, skills, will and preference of each person within the residential setting. Be able to demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate with each individual, their families, other professionals and people important in the individual’s life. Be flexible and capable of managing priorities within their workload. They should be competent to work on their own initiative as well as being a team player supporting their colleagues. To maintain up to date and accurate records to ensure a high standard of care and support is provided to each resident at all times. Experience in and commitment to developing supports that are person centred. 6-month probation period applies.Requirements:
  • On the live register of the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland or awaiting registration.
  • An RNID qualification is Desirable
  • Excellent Communication Skills to include Leadership, Mentoring, Support and Supervision.
  • Knowledge of HIQA standards.
  • Knowledge of Safeguarding and Protection of Vulnerable Adults.
  • Excellent, interpersonal, organisational, logistical and IT skills.
  • Flexibility within the roster.
  • Full current Driving Licence.
  • Suitability as outlined in the introduction to the role.
Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and/or ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. In addition, we may require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes.Informal enquiries to: Zita Kelly 087 - 9982391Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 8th September 2025 @ 10.00amTo apply and pursue a rewarding career with The Muiriosa Foundation please go to our web page atN.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.Skills and attributes:
  • Knowledge of HIQA Standards
  • Ability to use own initiative and plan effectively
  • Flexibility within roster
  • Full Current Manual Driving Licence
  • Suitability as outlined in job description and person specification

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