Staff Nurse/Enhanced Nurse in Athlone
- Salary
- €38,166–€56,592 / year
- Contract
- Temporary
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 8 Oct 2026
About the Role
Staff Nurses fulfil a key worker supportive and advocative role for adults supported by the service in all aspects of their lives, focusing on each individual’s ability and promoting independence and development of skills at all times. The Staff Nurse and Enhanced Staff Nurse will assist people with the development of person-centred plans and critically, will support people to make informed choices and fulfil their potential. They will encourage participation in the community through inclusive and creative thinking, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking in leading to informed choices.
Requirements
Candidates must have:
- A current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais), RNID or RGN qualification is essential.
- A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads is an essential requirement. It may also be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one). Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence.
- Experience of working with people with an intellectual disability/autism/complex needs is desirable, however, induction and training will be provided.
- Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post and proficiency in I.T. skills.
Candidates must demonstrate:
- Leadership and networking skills - Staff will be expected to network with local community groups and develop positive links for the people who use the service.
- Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to support goal setting and following through to the achievement of outcomes
- Creativity, initiative, self-motivation, flexibility and good judgement
- Commitment to current best practice internationally and co-operating in an interdisciplinary team environment with a person-centred philosophy
- Excellent listening skills, patience and a sense of humour
Details
Location: Athlone, County Westmeath, Ireland
Contract type: Temporary, Part-time
Salary: €38,166–€56,592 per year
Closing date: 8 Oct 2026
Interview date: 16th October 2026
Working Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week based on a 7 day/night duty roster. Successful candidates will be called if and when required and will be required to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and night duty to meet service needs. All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster.
Annual Leave: 24 days pro rata per annum (pro-rata for part-time). Appropriate service related leave will be granted after 5 and 10 years’ service respectively.
Informal enquiries to: Helen Hunt, Athlone/Roscommon Services Area Manager on 0873485667 or Carolyn Gannon, Athlone/Roscommon Service Coordinator on 0877045863
How to Apply
Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 8th October 2026
Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for this role?
- Candidates must have a current Live Register Certificate from the NMBI (An Bord Altranais), RNID or RGN qualification, a full clean manual Driving Licence, and fluency in verbal and written English. Proficiency in I.T. skills is also required.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- Up to 37.5 hours per week based on a 7 day/night duty roster. Successful candidates will be called if and when required and will be required to work evenings, weekends, public holidays, and night duty to meet service needs. All posts are based on a 14-day duty roster.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, 8th October 2026