Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Ballinasloe

Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) - Intellectual Disability Services Ballinasloe, Co. Galway

Location: Ballinasloe, Co. Galway
Setting: Intellectual Disability (ID) Services
Position: Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)
Shift Patterns:

• Day shifts: 7:40 AM - 7:50 PM

• Night shifts: 7:50 PM - 7:40 AM

Pay Rate: Starting from €30 per hour, plus applicable premiums for qualifying shifts.

About the Role

Access Healthcare is recruiting a dedicated and compassionate Registered Psychiatric Nurse to support individuals within Intellectual Disability (ID) services in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about promoting person-centred care, independence, dignity and quality of life for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive care environment, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that individuals receive safe, respectful and high-quality nursing care tailored to their needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred nursing care in line with individual care and support plans.

• Support individuals with their physical, psychological and emotional wellbeing.

• Promote independence, personal choice, dignity and individual rights.

• Administer medications safely in accordance with prescriptions and clinical policies.

• Monitor individuals' health and wellbeing, recognising and escalating changes when necessary.

• Support the management of behaviours that may challenge using appropriate, person-centred approaches.

• Maintain accurate nursing records and documentation.

• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, families and support teams where appropriate.

• Follow safeguarding, infection prevention and health and safety procedures.

• Uphold professional standards and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Requirements

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) in the appropriate nursing division for the role.

• Relevant nursing experience in intellectual disability services is desirable.

• Strong communication, organisational and clinical assessment skills.

• A compassionate, patient and respectful approach.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

• Eligibility to work in Ireland.

• Availability for the advertised day and/or night shifts.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay starting from €30 per hour, plus applicable premiums for qualifying shifts.

• Long day and night shift opportunities.

• Agency shifts in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.

• Weekly pay.

• Ongoing support from the Access Healthcare team.

Access Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer. Applications are assessed fairly against the registration, qualifications and competencies required for the role.