job description:-

Nurse

Residential & Local/Day Service Positions

Full-Time & Part-Time Contracts

Locations: Co. Kildare

HSE Nurse Salary Scales (as relevant to experience)

The successful candidates will have experience working with people with complex nursing needs and people who may exhibit behaviours that challenge, while also being involved with Person Centred Planning. As part of the team at Kare, you will focus on community inclusion and communicating with families. The ideal candidate will have experience working with and demonstrate an understanding of contemporary approaches to positive behavioural support and the principles of community inclusion.

Responsibilities

Play an active role in the completion of the Assessment of Need for individuals

Play an integral role in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a person’s Individual Support Plan

Plan & assess individuals’ health care needs and support non-nursing staff to follow health care support plans

Support individuals to enhance their life by following their Individual Support Plan in a wide variety of life areas – achieving goals and objectives, Personal Care, Work & Leisure, Lifelong Learning, community inclusion, etc

Maintain effective communication with the team, families and an individual’s support network

Maintain all necessary records in accordance with Kare’s policies

Deliver training to staff teams where required

Travel between Kare locations for the purpose of meetings, training, etc, as required

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

Monitor patient progress and report any changes as required

Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures

Maintain accurate patient records and documentation

Requirements

Qualification: A recognised validated university degree or equivalent qualification in Intellectual Disability Nursing, General Nursing, or Paediatric Nursing

Experience working with challenging behaviour particularly with people who have an intellectual disability

Experience of working with adults and children, preferably in an intellectual disability setting

Must have a full, manual driver’s licence

Must provide proof of current NMBI registration OR proof of eligibility to register

Must be eligible to work in Ireland without sponsorship

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave (subject to service)

Federation of Voluntary Bodies Pension Scheme: Employer 7% & Employee 5% contributions

Optional Salary Protection Plan

Rewarding work with flexible hours

Employee Assistance Programme

ESDA.ie and local Employee Discounts

Personal Development, Professional Growth and Career Progression

Closing date for applications is 6th May 2026.

A detailed Job Description is available on request. Informal enquires to Bryan Adams – Operations Manager.

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.