Job title: Intellectual Disability Nurse

Location: Westmeath

Salary: €30 - €60 P/H

The Role

• Conducting comprehensive assessments to evaluate the specific needs and abilities of people with intellectual disabilities

• Developing and implementing tailored care plans created for the unique requirements of each patient

• Administering medications, treatments, and therapies as prescribed

• Monitoring and documenting patients' health conditions, progress, and any changes in behaviour or symptoms

• Providing ongoing emotional and psychological support to patients and their families

• Offering behavioural management and intervention strategies

• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, including doctors, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists

• Promoting health education and encouraging healthy lifestyle choices for patients

• Facilitating access to community resources, services, and social activities

• Advocating for the rights and needs of their patients

• Staying updated on best practices and innovations in intellectual disability care

• Responding to emergencies and providing immediate care and support as needed

• Fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that promotes the overall well-being and development of patients

Benefits of Working with Your World

• Dedicated weekly payroll

• Market-leading pay rates

• Free registration process

• Personalised experience

• Access to better-paid jobs throughout Ireland

• Referral bonuses

• 24/7 service Monday to Sunday with on-call consultancy service available

• Work with a team that respects your skills

• Clinical advisory team of trained clinical professionals offering personalised support

Key skills for this role

• Strong communication skills

• Excellent teamwork ability

• Up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills

• High levels of patience

• Well-mannered approach

• Strong reliability

About Your World

At Your World Healthcare Ireland, we specialise in supplying healthcare professionals for roles nationwide. With our extensive experience, we've gained valuable insights into the wants and needs of both our candidates and clients, allowing us to create the perfect professional matches.

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