Relief Nurse, Valentia Residential Service in County Kerry

About the Role

Relief Nurse, Valentia Residential Service

Farranreagh, County Kerry, Ireland

Relief Roles

€ 37,060 - 54,112

Fluent English

Closing date: October 16, 2026 4:00 PM

We are looking for an energetic and compassionate Nurse to join our dedicated team in providing high quality care for adults with Intellectual Disabilities. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals in achieving independence and improving their quality of life. As a Nurse in our service, you will play a key role in delivering holistic, person centred care, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well being of the individuals we support. You will work closely with a team and adhere to professional guidelines set by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) and the policies and protocols of the Association.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide individualised nursing care to adults with intellectual, physical, or sensory disabilities.
• Promote independence and empowerment in daily living activities.
• Practice in line with the Code of Professional Conduct and our Association policies.
• Ensure compliance with HIQA regulations, the Disability Act 2005, Health & Safety Legislation, and GDPR.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and external agencies to provide comprehensive support.

Requirements

Qualified General/Intellectual Disability/Mental Health Nurse and be registered with the NMBI.

As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale.

Essential Criteria:

• Qualified General/Intellectual Disability/Mental Health Nurse.
• Are registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann).
• Please note that appointment to and continuation in posts that require statutory registration is dependent upon the post holder maintaining annual registration in the relevant division of the register maintained by: Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland NMBI).
• IT proficiency to support daily administrative tasks.
• Applicants must have the necessary authorisation to work in Ireland and will be asked to provide supporting documentation during the recruitment process.

Details

Contract: Fixed Term

Location: Valentia Island, Co Kerry

Roster: This relief nursing role involves a variety of shifts in line with service requirements, including day, evening and night duty, with weekend work as required. Rosters may be subject to change due to the Operational requirements of the service.

Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking (Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training.

How to Apply

Who We Are

KERRY PARENTS AND FRIENDS ASSOCIATION is a voluntary organisation committed to the delivery of life-enhancing services and supports, responding to the needs, wishes, and choices of people with an intellectual disability, connected to support networks in their communities. Kerry Parents and Friends Association was established in 1973 as a support to families of people with an intellectual disability. The Association provides community-based Day, Residential, and Support Services for more than 250 adults

Are you eager to make a meaningful impact? Do you value inclusion, empowerment, and community support? Then we’d love to hear from you!

Please note that appointment to and continuation in posts that require statutory registration is dependent upon the post holder maintaining annual registration in the relevant division of the register maintained by: Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (Nursing Midwifery Board Ireland NMBI).