Intellectual Disabilities Nurse

Intellectual Disability Nurse – Residential / Community Services

Location: Nationwide
Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time & Agency / Flexible Shifts Available

We are recruiting Intellectual Disability Nurses (RNID) to support individuals living in residential and community-based disability services. This role focuses on enabling autonomy, promoting wellbeing, and supporting meaningful daily living within a person-centred model of care.

Key Responsibilities
• Provide nursing care to individuals with intellectual disabilities across residential or day service settings
• Contribute to individualised care planning, goal setting and progress review
• Support service users with communication, social participation, emotional regulation, daily living skills and community engagement
• Implement clinical interventions in line with assessed needs, including medications management and health monitoring
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary team members, families and advocates to ensure continuity and quality of care
• Maintain clear and accurate clinical documentation and participate in regulatory compliance activities

Requirements
• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
• RNID qualification preferred; RGN / RPN nurses with relevant ID sector experience are also considered
• Understanding of positive behaviour support and person-centred care models
• Strong communication, teamwork and professional judgement

Desirable
• Experience in residential, community or day programme services
• Additional training in autism, behavioural support, sensory integration, or communication aids

Remuneration

Rates vary based on experience, shifts and service environment (residential / day service / outreach).
We will negotiate on your behalf to support your preferred pay expectations.

Support Available (if required)

• Guidance on relocating or returning to Ireland
• Orientation / “Working in Ireland” information pack
• Accommodation search support
• Complimentary SIM card, banking and PPS number guidance
• Assistance with verifying training and documentation for compliance