Staff Nurse/Enhanced Nurse in Galway
- Salary
- €38,166–€56,592 / year
- Contract
- Temporary
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 25 Sept 2026
About the Role
Corlann is the new name for Brothers of Charity Services Ireland. Corlann provides services to more than 6,000 people each year who have an intellectual disability, including those who also have autism. Funded under Section 38 of the Health Act, we remain deeply committed to a person-centred approach—one that honours each individual’s strengths, aspirations, and rights. Our aim is always to provide, as far as possible, personalised supports that empower people to identify and achieve their own life goals, and to live as valued, equal, and active citizens in their communities.
The Staff Nurse/Enhanced Nurse will 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 qualification is essential, candidates who hold a RGN or RPN qualification may also be considered if they have experience of working in Intellectual Disability.
- A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads is an essential requirement.
- 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.
Details
Location: Knocknacarra, Galway
Salary: €38,166–€56,592 per year
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary
Closing Date: 25 Sept 2026
Interview Date: Week of 5th October 2026
Contact for Enquiries: Bridget Carroll (Service Co-ordinator) or Sinéad O’Kane (Area Manager) on 091-721477
How to Apply
Closing date for receipt of completed application forms /CV’s on-line is 5pm, Friday 25th September 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 qualification. Candidates who hold a RGN or RPN qualification may also be considered if they have experience of working in Intellectual Disability. A full clean manual Driving Licence is also required.
- What are the working hours for this role?
- The role involves 75 hours per fortnight, with a 14-day duty roster. The successful candidate will be required to work days, evenings, weekends, public holidays, sleepovers, and night duty to meet service needs.
- What is the salary for this role?
- The salary is €38,166–€56,592 per year.
- Where is this role located?
- The role is located in Knocknacarra, Galway.
- What is the closing date for applications?
- The closing date for applications is 25 Sept 2026.